Nate Guadagni welcomes guest speaker Catina Franklin Sweedy, who has over twenty years of experience in education as a private and classroom clarinet teacher, nature educator, and homeschooler. She is a staff member at the Embark Center, a democratic self-directed learning community for people ages 10-18 that embraces authentic real-life learning.
They delve into the principles of NVC and how it integrates with self-directed, consent-based education at Embark. Katina shares her personal journey into this alternative education model, emphasizing the importance of choice, consent, and fostering genuine connections. The conversation explores the challenges and triumphs of implementing NVC and sociocracy within a learning environment, highlighting the transformative impact on both students and educators. About the Host:
Nate Guadagni is an NVC based Life Coach with over 15 years of experience in coaching and group facilitation. He is also a Qigong teacher, the founder of Bo Yoga, an accessible yoga system and Balance for Life, a senior fitness program.
Tools discussed in this episode:
1) Catina Franklin Sweedy's Embark Education Center
3) DOWNLOAD the NVC Template Pack here:
• The Magic Formula - 4 Step NVC Process
• List of Basic Needs We All Have
• Feelings When Your Needs Are Not Satisfied
• Feelings When Your Needs Are Satisfied
Additional Resources:
Language of Life Community - Weekly Group Classes
Apply to be a guest on the Podcast - Free NVC Coaching
Free Templates, Coaching, & Resources: BIO Language of Life Website
NVC Teaching Videos - YouTube
Books and Trainings - CNVC Official Website
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