Our Contemplative Dialogue Community of Practice will meet this month on Thursday, August 14th, 6:30 pm, at Michael's place above Trader Joe's in Hillcrest (1090 University Avenue, Loft 202B). We ask that you arrive a few minutes before 6:30 to begin on time with a moment of silence and a full presence check in.
How do I want to show up?
How can I overcome the defensiveness that binds me?
How will I live in freedom and with choice?
Last month we reviewed the seven practices that serve as a "mindfulness checklist." These Dialogue Skills come from the work of Chris Argyris and colleagues. The discussion was very engaging as we reviewed these dialogue skills and talked about our experiences using and noticing Contemplative Dialogue in our lives.
Many people described moments when they suddenly realized the impact they were having on a situation. Let's continue this discussion by focusing on Practice #6, Notice your own impact on a situation. Notice and check out the possible ways in which our different roles or communication styles affect the dialogue process. "Does my position make this awkward to talk about? I would feel awkward if you all were my boss...." We invite you to take time over the next few days to slow down, reflect, and notice your impact -- or the impact that others may have -- on a situation.
Join us! And remember that this isn't linear learning. "No worries" if you haven't been to one of our gatherings before or in the past few months. All are welcome! Your presence impacts all of us!
Congratulations to Sandy Trybus and Mike St. John for completing their two-year Practicum!
REMINDER
Be well ~ Larry, Annette & Michael
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