Communication is an art. In art, you find both beauty and conflict, and beauty in overcoming conflict. Conflict is natural. It produces the beauty of growth and change in nature around us. But it is a rare person who expects to emerge from every conflict with grater respect and appreciation for and from others.
Most people defend themselves when disagreements arise, and attack any who disagree.
Others may avoid uncomfortable communication by outwardly agreeing, while inwardly feeling victimized and passively resisting. Skills for listening and understanding are essential in order to learn valuable information that can resolve conflicts, and to express opinions and feelings in ways that build an atmosphere of trust, appreciation and respect. The Martial Arts are established upon basic natural principles of how to overcome conflict in relating to the world around us. You can learn to apply these principles to your personal relationships, and turn your conflicts into a work of art. Participants learn fundamental techniques for listening and understanding, for communicating more clearly and firmly without aggression, even in the midst of emotion, and for negotiating successfully whenever there is a disagreement.