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An NVC Spin On Resolutions

An NVC Spin On Resolutions

I’ve always loved doing new year reflection rituals… But when I began to learn NVC, I wanted to shift my orientation to them just a bit. Why? I wanted to...

Meeting Mary

Meeting Mary

Well hello! I’m writing to introduce myself as the newest member of GROKtheWORLD. I’m looking forward to the possibility of getting to know you over the next few months and...

Winds of Change

Winds of Change

I’ve long been fascinated by transitions—how they impact us with their gifts and challenges—and how we navigate them as part of our resilience and growth. Can you relate to these...

Not a Destination

Not a Destination

In 1998, I was desperate. Working two demanding jobs, two challenging teens, one bed ridden husband, and my life spinning out of control.   Me? After two years of visits...

Empathy in the Park

Empathy in the Park

Ever since having kids, playground politics has been a hot topic of conversation amongst friends. There is so much happening on so many levels in such a small space. Interactions...

ZEKE AND THE KKK

ZEKE AND THE KKK

An Excerpt from The Healing Power of Empathy: True Stories About Transforming Relationships Edited by Mary Goyer Sixteen-year-old Zeke was an active member of the Ku Klux Klan. I met...