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Susan Gillis Chapman
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  • Burnaby, BC
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Jan 11
Susan Gillis Chapman posted a blog post

Spirit Rocks and Sacred People

spirit rocks and sacred peopleSometimes it’s easier it is to see the qualities in a rock than to find anything interesting in another person.  From a distance, most people are easy to admire.  And our inner circle of friends and family can be endlessly fascinating. But sitting in a stuffy office listening to a co-worker go on and on pushing a meaningless platform of opinions with no regard for what you think– that can be a challenge.  Toxic certainty is like a concrete wall with no windows or…See More
Jan 11
Susmita Barua commented on Susan Gillis Chapman's event Spiritual Autobiography Dialogue Group
"Wish I could attend! Greetings from KY and all the best."
Nov 27, 2011
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Alone-Together: Seasons of Mindful Relationship at for more information and to register, www.greenzonetalk.com

December 4, 2011 from 11am to 12pm
Alone-Together: The Seasons Of Mindful Relationship On line class:  December 4, 2011  11 am PSTThis one-hour  on line class  introduces the four critical turning points that arise both in a single conversation and also in our relationships.  Applying mindful communication skills to these turning points is how we break out of…See More
Oct 30, 2011
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Spiritual Autobiography Dialogue Group at Burnaby, BC

November 16, 2011 at 4pm to December 21, 2011 at 6pm
Spiritual Autobiography explores the life lessons gained from  peaks and valleys of our journey, in dialogue.
Sep 8, 2011
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"enjoying late summer sunshine at beautiful Deer Lake."
Sep 8, 2011
Susan Gillis Chapman posted a video

Awake, Tender and Open: Communicating Mindfully #1: Green

Part one of a three part synopsis of Green Light Conversations, a mindful communication training, this short talk describes our natural communication system:...
Sep 8, 2011
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Jul 20, 2011
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Mindful Communication Workshop: The Power of Peacemaking at Center for Peace

April 30, 2011 from 9am to 5pm
One day workshop that focusses on using mindful communication to interrupt the four stages of aggression:complaint, divisiveness, blame and retaliation. Short lectures, dialogue groups and space awareness exercises. http://www.greenzonetalk.comSee More
Feb 15, 2011
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Mindful Communication Workshop: Chemistry Of Emotions at Baldwin House, Deer Lake, Burnaby BC ( Vancouver area)

January 29, 2011 at 9am to January 30, 2011 at 5pm
" A Radically Fresh Approach To Human Relationships",This workshop- retreat focusses on transforming frozen emotional patterns into open communication using techniques based on the psychology of mindfulness.Small dialogue groups, short lectures, mindfulness meditation and space awareness exercises. Space is limited.See More
Dec 1, 2010
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Five Powers Of Mindful Communication at Deer Lake, Burnaby BC

November 27, 2010 to November 28, 2010
Mindful communication training- retreat weekend includes Mudra Space Awareness, community building dialogues, meditation.with Susan Chapman and Greg HeffronSee www.greenzonetalk.com for more information.See More
Nov 7, 2010
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Creating Emotional Green Zones: The Stem Cell for Mindful Community at Deer Lake, Burnaby BC

August 28, 2010 to August 29, 2010
Focus is on mindfulness as a method for creating 'we-first' communication to transform personal and organizational culture.Nonverbal space awareness exercises combine with dialogue and structured conversation.Venue is beautiful, lakeside home in Burnaby. See web site for more information.See More
Aug 5, 2010
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Five Powers of Mindful Communication workshop/retreat at Baldwin House, Deer Lake, Burnaby

January 30, 2010 to January 31, 2010
We are offering a two day workshop/ retreat on mindful communication which uses innovative approaches that include space awareness, contemplative exercises and a 'we-first' view of community and relationships. Beautiful site on Deer Lake is only 20 minutes from downtown Vancouver. See our website: www.greenzonetalk.com for more information about how to register.
Dec 4, 2009
Susan Gillis Chapman is now a member of ALIA Institute
Nov 4, 2009

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I'm currently running a business on ethical communication training. In the past I've been a director in two non-profit agencies that focused on treating domestic violence. I also hold (and have held) leadership roles within the Shambhala Community.

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Spirit Rocks and Sacred People

spirit rocks and sacred people

Sometimes it’s easier it is to see the qualities in a rock than to find anything interesting in another person.  From a distance, most people are easy to admire.  And our inner circle of friends and family can be endlessly fascinating. But sitting in a stuffy office listening to a co-worker go on and on pushing a meaningless platform of opinions with no regard for what you think– that can be a challenge.  Toxic certainty is like a…

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At 2:55pm on November 6, 2009, Cara Lynn Garvock said…
Hello Susan, and welcome to the online community.
 
 
 

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