Just a reminder that our Contemplative Dialogue Community of Practice will gather on Thursday, January 8, at 6:30 p.m. We invite you to arrive a little early to meet, greet and settle in! As always, we will gather in the sacred space above Trader Joe's in Hillcrest (1090 University Ave. Loft 202B). We will begin our practice promptly at 6:30 and conclude at 8:00.
We will continue to explore the topic of Advocacy, introduced in December, as well as learn how Inquiry helps us to listen, understand and dialogue about ideas, issues, and values that may be dear to you and me. What great topics to end 2014 and begin 2015!
Please take time to review the Dialogue Skills and Glossary terms highlighted in the attached document (p 19: Dialogue Skills #1 through 4; pp 34-35: definitions of Advocacy and Inquiry).
Whether or not we make formal New Year’s resolutions, Contemplative Dialogue calls us each day to slow down and notice what is happening around us. Questions to consider for the new year:
- How do I want to approach people?
- How do I choose to present my ideas and positions?
- How can I invite others into a dialogue over these ideas?
- How can I listen to new ideas and allow an environment of relationships and change?
We encourage you to visit the CDSD blog (http://contemplativedialoguesd.blogspot.com). New posts will be submitted as we explore Advocacy and Inquiry, and your comments and continued reflections are always welcome!
As 2014 ends and 2015 arrives, blessings and peace to you and your loved ones!
Namasté,
Annette, Michael and Larry
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