Class
Overcoming Misunderstanding Through Wise Speech
with Doyle Banks
Date: Begins Thursday, January 16th
Time: 5:30 - 6:30 pm PST
Class Duration: Ten Weeks, ends Thurs. March 10th
Suggested Dana: $295, No one turned away for lack of funds
IN-PERSON ONLY
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Do your conversations sometimes lead to frustration, disconnection, or conflict? Misunderstandings can arise when our words are unskillful or driven by reactivity, creating barriers between ourselves and others. These moments not only cause pain but also prevent the trust and harmony that are essential for authentic relationships.
The Buddha taught Wise Speech as part of the Noble Eightfold Path, offering a way to cultivate truthfulness, kindness, and intention in our communication. By integrating these principles with the practical framework of Nonviolent Communication, this course guides you in transforming misunderstandings into moments of clarity and connection.
What You’ll Gain from This Course:
1. The Practice of Mindful Speech – Develop the skills to speak with honesty, kindness, and purpose, reducing harmful reactivity.
2. The Art of Deep Listening – Cultivate empathy and understanding to truly hear others and foster meaningful connection.
3. Strengthened Relationships Through Compassion – Learn how to create a foundation of trust and harmony, grounded in the principles of Wise Speech.
Why Attend This Course?
This course provides a unique opportunity to explore the Dharma in a deeply practical way, integrating timeless teachings on communication with actionable tools from Nonviolent Communication. Through reflective exercises, guided meditations, and interactive practices, you’ll gain insight into how your words can build bridges instead of walls.
Join us on this transformative journey to align your speech with the Buddha’s teachings and foster relationships rooted in understanding, compassion, and authenticity.
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