Nonviolent Communication (NVC) is a consciousness and a skillset based on awareness, empathy, and connection.  We invite you to join us for a day-long workshop exploring the foundations of NVC to understand how they align with wisdom teachings on Wise Speech. This introduction will cover the core principles of NVC, emphasizing the value of connecting at the level of universal human needs and understanding some common blocks to clear and compassionate communication.  NVC principles can enhance your relationships, and in this workshop, you will gain practical skills to transform judgments and conflict into opportunities for genuine connection and understanding.

Workshop Highlights

• Overview of NVC’s core principles
• Learn the four Ds of disconnection and their antidotes
• First-hand experience with the core Buddhist principle of Wise Speech
• Interactive exercises to practice compassionate and effective communication

There are no prerequisites for this workshop – suitable to those who are new to NVC and new to meditation. This event is organized by Cambridge Insight Meditation Center. They will be handling all registrations. Click here to register. Please email Bonnie if you have questions about the workshop.

A follow-up daylong workshop, Strengthening Wise Speech: A Deeper Dive into Nonviolent Communication, will be offered by Bonnie and Philippe at CIMC on July 26, 2025.

Bonnie Mioduchoski and Philippe Daniel are seasoned practitioners of Nonviolent Communication (NVC) and Insight Meditation with two decades of experience each. Both have practiced intensively for many years at Spirit Rock and the Insight Meditation Society (IMS). They began studying NVC in 2006, seeing it as a practical tool for embodying wise speech. Having applied NVC in their 30-year marriage and other relationships, they understand firsthand its transformative power. Bonnie has facilitated NVC workshops for diverse audiences, including at CIMC, and applied NVC principles as a Harvard Mediation Program small claims mediator. Together, they’ve led NVC workshops for the general public, meditators, and organizations.