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Welcoming Disagreement and Difference: Introducing the Skill of Real Dialogue

October 20 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Are you tired of conflicts and misunderstandings?
Struggling to get your point across?
Avoiding conflicts because they don’t teach you anything?
Facing family estrangement, divorce, or alienation?
Dealing with endless disputes at work?
Feeling hopeless about political polarization?

What is Real Dialogue?
Real Dialogue is a conflict transformation skill that, when practiced in difficult conversations, helps us to avoid polarization by lowering emotional threat, overcoming stereotypes and biases, and transforming breakdown into breakthroughs. The skill and method of Real Dialogue heal divisions by allowing both sides to be respected — fostering a resilient and creative social and emotional environment.

Key Skills
You will be introduced to three key skills: Speaking for Yourself, Listening Mindfully, and Remaining Curious. These practices will help you increase problem-solving abilities and reduce polarization at home, work, and your community.

About the Center for Real Dialogue
The Center for Real Dialogue aims to end polarization in relationships at home, work, and beyond. We
transform relationships by breaking cycles of emotional disrespect and violence, fostering unity and
connection. Our mission is to equip people with healthy dialogue skills, reduce emotional threats and biases, and promote inclusive problem-solving. Join us in creating a respectful and interconnected world where all voices are heard and valued.

Organizer

MRV LIbraries/ Cory Stephenson
Phone:
802-496-9728
Email:
moretownlibrary@gmail.com
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Venue

Moretown Town Hall and Library
1147 Route 100B
Moretown, 05660
Phone:
(802) 496-9728
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