Communication:"I don't know what to say"

Course Number: LDMonline117

Start Date: TBD

Instructor: Jennifer Wortham

"I don't know what to say" is very common for most of our society, not only because of being a “death denying” society but also we are a society that is very uncomfortable with “silence”, we seem to always have to fill silences with noise.

Learn ways to communicate with the dying and their family by developing skills in compassionate caregiving and non-violent communication, as well as appreciating the meaning of helplessness and self-empathy.
 

Objectives

At the end of this course learners will be able to:
  • Articulate their own needs, values, motivations and skills.
  • Demonstrate how to be mindful and stay true to their own inner aspects.
  • Demonstrate how to honour their own needs while communicating authentically with others in distress.
  • Demonstrate how to “know what to say.”

Start Date: April 10

Instructor: Jennifer Wortham

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Comments from previous learners

  • "I was surprised at how much I enjoyed this online course. I have participated online before and felt bogged down by all the chatter. I liked that we were called to respond to 2 other postings etc. I appreciated and looked forward to the comments of others."
  • "This course exceeded my expectations."
  • "This is an exceptional course!! Thank you Jennifer for developing the course. It is so pertinent for those of us working with people facing loss. It fully engages us in the exploration of our own losses and enhances our self awareness. In turn we learn to be more present and respectful of those we are coming along side to companion in grief."
  • "This was my first online course and it was a fabulous experience. this was a great course...thanks so much."
  • "Another wonderful opportunity for shared learning."
  • "Fantastic module! Thank you so very much."
  • "I have received a great deal from the interactions and exchanges. Please look into having a alumni forum, I do feel a big disconnect from the group once all this delicious support and exchange comes to an end."