It's Not Me, It's You! Changing Defensive Communication™

If you're like the rest of us, you don't enjoy diving into contentious conversations. But sometimes, you can't avoid it. Whether it's a misunderstanding with a coworker, a disagreement with a neighbor, or hurt feelings among relatives, talking about difficult topics is, well, tough.

It's not just you. Truthfully, traversing our current communication climate has become more challenging lately. These are difficult communicative times, which means it’s more important than ever to step up your communication skills. This is especially imperative as you influence those around you because you're a leader, a parent, partner, or a member of the community.

At this intimate workshop, you’ll learn how to:

• Declaw & demystify defensive conversations 
• Better handle yourself in the moment of defensiveness 
• Teach others (at work and at home) how to better navigate these messy moments  
  

The best part is you will leave with an immediate game plan to make changes. Together we can positively impact our world! 

What: It’s Not Me, It’s You! Changing Defensive Communication – an interactive talk with Sarah Brabbs
When: October 1st 2018, 4:00-6:00 PM (mingle with drinks and food, followed by the talk and then Q&A)
Cost: $35 before 9/26; $45 9/27 and after. All Profits donated to GrieveWell.* Only a limited number of tickets will be sold.
Included: Drinks (the alcoholic & nonalcoholic variety), Delicious Appetizers & Unforgettable Company 
Where: Ladies' Literary Club, 218 N Washington St, Ypsilanti, MI (space is handicap accessible)
Who: You are invited! Also invite your coworkers, friends, neighbors, and definitely your out-of-state relatives you never get to see. 

What is this about donating profits?
In my early 20's I was deeply affected by a death. Because of this, profits from this event will be donated to GrieveWell, a nonprofit in Ann Arbor that seeks to build a community that more effectively supports healthy grieving and healing. More about their mission: https://grievewell.com/

I can’t make it but I really wish I could!
If you want to know when my next events open to the public are being held, fill out my website contact form or send an email to optimizingrelationships@gmail.com.
I promise, no spammy email marketing emails ever, I hate them as much as you do. I am also available to a limited number of people for 1-1 coaching.

I still have a question! Also, who are you?
Email optimizingrelationships@gmail.com with your question. 
I am a speaker, trainer, author, and coach – read more about me and my mission in life at https://www.optimizingrelationships.com.