Witnessing Humanity
Empathy
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40m
Arnina Kashtan, Certified NVC Trainer
Video free to watch until July 31
Arnina talks about what she calls "witnessing humanity," touching on the gift of presence, empathy vs. identification and staying present in the face of intensity.
Learn how to:
- Transform judgments of others
- Stay present in the face of intensity and distress
- Open to others, exactly where they are
- Discern when to respond verbally or to rely on non-verbal presence
- Deepen your empathy skills for increased effectiveness in being with others
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