Non-violent Communication. A Conversation with Morris H. Ervin Jr.

KindlED

Have you ever wondered how the way we communicate can transform our relationships and communities? Morris H. Ervin Jr., an expert in Non-Violent Communication (NVC), joins Kaity & Adriane to explore the profound impact of empathy and honest expression in building meaningful connections.

What to listen for:

• What is Non-Violent Communication (NVC), and why is it crucial for creating empathetic relationships?
• How can self-connection and self-awareness enhance our ability to communicate effectively?
• Practical examples of applying NVC in personal relationships to express needs and make clear requests.
• The transformative power of NVC in the classroom: using curiosity and empathy to address student behavior and needs.

So, what are you waiting for? Tune in to gain insights into the art of nonviolent communication and how it can help you build authentic and empathetic connections.

About the guest:

Morris H. Ervin Jr. is the founder of Mansa Consulting and author of Reflections of a Troubled Black Man: A Teacher’s Quest Turning Fear into Strength and Pain into Passion. With over 20 years of experience, Morris has pioneered social and emotional mentoring programs, leadership seminars, mindfulness retreats, and community engagement initiatives. As a Social Studies Teacher in South Central Los Angeles, he developed a unique African American History curriculum and implemented Nonviolent Communication in the classroom, dedicated to keeping young boys off the streets, out of gangs, and away from prisons.

Connect with Morris:

• Website
• Instagram

Mentioned in this episode:

• The Message by Grand Master Flash
• The Center for Nonviolent Communication
• Nonviolent Communication: A Language of Life by Marshall B. Rosenberg
• Giraffe Language and Jackal Language | Nonviolent Communication explained by Marshall Rosenberg

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Chapters

1. Nonviolent Communication and Mindfulness Integration (00:00:00)

2. Introduction to Nonviolent Communication (00:05:26)

3. Giraffe Ears Communication Practice (00:16:56)

4. Empowering Through Nonviolent Communication (00:28:07)

5. Building Empathy and Trust in Education (00:37:20)

6. Teaching Children Through Play and Music (00:47:47)

7. Teaching Through Creativity and Connection (00:53:48)