Especially in these post-election times, communicating with people who see things differently than we do can feel challenging or even impossible. How can we have conversations with those who disagree with most everything we believe in? Is it even possible to communicate with someone who just won't listen to reason? In this class, students learn the four components of Compassionate Communication and how to use them successfully to communicate with anyone in any conversation. We'll learn true empathetic listening & uncover behaviors that impede our ability to practice kindness & be present. And we'll gain the confidence needed to speak our minds without being afraid of offending others.