Give and Take a “No” with Style
Care in the 'No'. Truth in the 'Yes.'
Six-Session NVC Deepening Intensive Online
Dates and timings for 2027 will be announced!
You are welcome to organise a group according to your time zone!
Facilitated by Madhuri Radhika Devi Dasi
Certified Trainer with the Center for Nonviolent Communication
Dates and timings for 2027 will be announced!
You are welcome to organise a group according to your time zone!
Facilitated by Madhuri Radhika Devi Dasi
Certified Trainer with the Center for Nonviolent Communication
Imagine, what may happen
when “No” any longer feels like rejection, pressure, guilt, or conflict?
🤔
Srila Prabhupada reminds us:
“Our movement is progressing because of loving relationships.”
Founder-Acarya of ISKCON
A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada |
True devotion is reflected not only in our relationship with Krishna, but also in how we navigate misunderstandings, foster harmony, and build meaningful relationships in the spirit of "unity in diversity." As Śrīla Prabhupāda taught, true unity does not require uniformity. By offering our unique natures, talents, and perspectives in service to Krishna and His devotees, we become stronger together. This includes learning to both, hear and express "No" with compassion—seeing it not as rejection, but as an honest empathic expression that builds trust, deepens understanding, and ultimately strengthens unity. |
Course Content:
In this three-weeks experiential intensive, we invite you to exploring together one of the most challenging — and liberating — practices in Empathic Nonviolent Communication (ENVC):
Giving and receiving “No” with compassion.
Together we will practice:
This is not about techniques for being “nice.”
It is about cultivating authentic connection, respect for ourselves and others, and emotional freedom to cherish unity in diversity.
In these 3 sessions, we will explore:
Prerequisite:
Participants are expected to have at least 9 hours of previous NVC experience, with some familiarity and practice in honest expression, empathy, and self-empathy, as well as awareness of the intention behind the NVC practice.
Come and explore the power of "No" together—with curiosity, courage, and an open heart.
Together, we'll explore what becomes possible when we give and receive "no" with style–with presence and care.
Giving and receiving “No” with compassion.
Together we will practice:
- saying “No” clearly and honestly,
- receiving a “No” with dignity, openness, and gratitude,
- staying connected and united even when needs differ,
- moving from fear-based relating toward needs-conscious, heart-connected relationships.
This is not about techniques for being “nice.”
It is about cultivating authentic connection, respect for ourselves and others, and emotional freedom to cherish unity in diversity.
In these 3 sessions, we will explore:
- Why “No” can feel so activating
- The difference between "rejection" and unmet needs
- Compassionate honesty without blame or withdrawal
- How to hear the needs behind a “No”
- Practices for trust, boundaries, and relational resilience
Prerequisite:
Participants are expected to have at least 9 hours of previous NVC experience, with some familiarity and practice in honest expression, empathy, and self-empathy, as well as awareness of the intention behind the NVC practice.
Come and explore the power of "No" together—with curiosity, courage, and an open heart.
Together, we'll explore what becomes possible when we give and receive "no" with style–with presence and care.
“The key to fostering connection in the face of a ‘no’
is always ‘yes’ to something else …
Hear the ‘Yes’ behind the ‘No’. "
Marshall B. Rosenberg. developer of NVC
“We’d love to have you along!”
Course Details
When?
6 weekly 90-minute sessions
🕒 Session Time Across Time Zones
Where?
How?
6 weekly 90-minute sessions
🕒 Session Time Across Time Zones
- 🇪🇺 Central Europe (CEST): 3:00–4:30 PM
- 🇺🇸 US East (EDT): 9:00–10:30 AM
- 🇺🇸 US Central (CDT): 8:00–9:30 AM
- 🇬🇧 United Kingdom (BST): 2:00–3:30 PM
- 🇮🇳 India (IST): 6:30–8:00 PM
Where?
- Online, Zoom meetings. Information about joining details will be provided after registration.
How?
- Deepening Intensive offers highly practical and experiential hands-on training, requiring your full focus and presence at all times, preferably with your camera on during the sessions if this meets your needs.
- We combine the concepts of ENVC with group explorations, experiential exercises, weekly buddy practices & individual reflections and journaling between the sessions.
- Each session lasts 1,5 hours and takes place on the dates mentioned above.
- All sessions will be recorded and available for participants for reviewing.
- We kindly ask for your commitment to dedicate 30–60 minutes each week between sessions to individual journaling and buddy practice. ‼️ These practices are an integral part of the course. They can deepen your learning, support your personal growth, and contribute to a richer, more meaningful experience for your practice buddy and the entire group.
"It will be wonderful to meet you!"
