April's meeting topic -
Some excerpts from Oren Jay Sofer's book Say What You Mean - a mindful approach to nonviolent communication. https://more.orenjaysofer.com/book/
"WHAT WE SAY matters. We've each felt the power that words have to heal, soothe, or uplift us. Even one caring remark can make the difference between giving up and finding the strength to face life's challenges.
We each also know something of the great harm that can be inflicted through speech. Sharp words laced with anger or cruelty can break a relationship and burn for years. Language can be used to manipulate and coerce on a mass scale, to fuel fear, war, and oppression, and to advance
political agendas of genocide or terror. Few things so powerful are also so commonplace."
political agendas of genocide or terror. Few things so powerful are also so commonplace."
Here is a link to an article which is also an excerpt from the book:
