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Feedback Without Friction
e Feedback Without Defensiveness, Shutdown, or Conflict
Tuesday June 16, 2026, 11am -1pm MDT
A Trauma-Informed, Nonviolent Communication-Based Workshop
Learn practical tools to create more honest, connected, and productive conversations—at work, at home, and in every relationship that matters.
Does Feedback Often Lead to Tension Instead of Connection?
Have you ever:
- Avoided an important conversation because you feared conflict?
- Become defensive when receiving feedback—even when you wanted to stay open?
- Struggled to express concerns without sounding critical or harsh?
- Left conversations feeling misunderstood, shut down, or emotionally exhausted?
- Wanted to be honest while still preserving trust and connection?
You are not alone.
For many people, feedback quickly activates stress, defensiveness, people-pleasing, blame, shame, or withdrawal. Even small conversations can feel emotionally loaded when our nervous systems perceive criticism, rejection, or disconnection.
The good news is:
Feedback does not have to create friction.
When approached with awareness, compassion, and clear communication tools, feedback can become an opportunity for:
- Therapists and helping professionals
- Coaches and facilitators
- Educators and leaders
- Business professionals and teams
- Couples and family members
- Anyone wanting healthier communication and stronger relationships
What Makes This Workshop Different?
This is not simply a communication skills class.
This workshop integrates:
- Nonviolent Communication (NVC)
- Somatic awareness and nervous system regulation
- Trauma-informed practices
- Embodied communication tools
- Experiential learning and reflection
Rather than learning “scripts” to say perfectly, participants will gain practical, compassionate tools that support authentic connection in real-life conversations.
Disclaimer: This event is independently organized. RMCCC assumes no responsibility for this event. RMCCC was not involved in its design or execution and makes no guarantees, implicit or explicit, regarding its quality or content. RMCCC receives no financial or other benefit from this event; it is posted as a service to our community and to support others in growing Compassionate Communication awareness.