Testimonials

"The gentleness with which you conducted the workshop allowed me to see what I had been doing and to change my mind about my own self-worth. Your training gave me the insight to believe "we're not dust...we're magic" and now I am living it. Not only that, but I found a group of like-minded individuals who live practically next door to me.  Thank you, Eric. I feel your workshop has changed my life."
~ Colleen Randle

"From the moment our workshop opened with Eric singing an original and entertaining song, he created an environment that felt welcoming, safe and intensely interesting for participants. Throughout the workshop there was much laughter, a few tears and a growing appreciation for the strength of compassion within us all. When we began, many of us were strangers to each other. By the time the workshop ended, we had become not only friends, but community." ~ Mary Koch

"Eric's own way of connecting and communicating is a reflection of the beauty and effectiveness of NVC.  We had fun doing powerful work.  Eric's own example of growing into compassionate Communication along with his guitar playing and singing really added to the experience.  This is important stuff.  Thanks Eric."  ~ Lynnene

"I am so very appreciative for your continued unconditional and radical acceptance of me..with all my bumps and confusions...and perceived"bad guys" as I reach toward the light.  I'm so inspired by your gentle and authentic presence in my life...thank you.  Your light-heartedness, laughter and clarity have been precious gifts as you mentored me toward preparing for my final  CNVC assessment."
~ Marla Jardine, Victoria, BC, Canada.

"The work on our dream was really meaningful and brought me clarity and peace.  I can't thank you enough! but I'll try--this was very nurturing for me and I have such growth and learning!  Thank you!
~ Marcia Christen, Bainbridge, WA, USA.

"Eric has a unique style of educating, inspiring, and entertaining.  His facilitation skills are sensitive to the participants he has attracted into the workshop.  It was a gift to all of us with tangible take-away tools.  The value was exceptional, and I would highly recommend him to individuals as well as businesses interested in stepping up their communication approach." ~ Jan Mills, Kelowna, BC, Canada.

 "Eric was able to skillfully bring into alignment, 30 staff's perspectives allowing our Team to create  a unified "Shared Intention" for workplace harmony. He exemplified Compassionate Communication, and inspired principles of Sociocratic decision making that our diverse working group has agreed to take personal responsibility to implement on the job. I would recommend Eric to any Manager who wishes to unify employees under an agreed upon set of positive work environment principles."
-Kirkland Shave

"Eric and Katherine were a great team.  They presented a real, humble and inspiring look at a very workable system of dealing with conflict and grievances." ~ Shamus

"For me the progression with which you took us from moment to moment through the weekend was effective for me.  By the time we practiced the process, it was clear and has remain readily available in me to use, and I happily have.   Thank you for taking the time and energy and presence to show us where and who you were in each moment.  Your songs were part of that, and I appreciate that you took the time to share the words in print with us. I enjoyed the variety of songs, games, music, partner work, group work, movement, and information.  It was clear to me that your energy was heart energy, in person and in the letter you sent to us."
~ Carol Lindsay , Portland, Oregon, USA.

"Eric's presence and ability to offer the material in a very light-hearted and clear way encouraged me to put these tools into practice so I can be more compassionate with my communication" ~ Shine, Sunshine Coast, BC.

"I wanted to thank you for a great workshop and also let you know how much I appreciated your inclusive and easy-going facilitating style.  It was a truly inspirational experience and I am looking forward to doing more practice with NVC." ~ Sarah Spickstone

"I just attended a weekend workshop with about 15 others. I am so grateful to have been a part of it. It met my need for community and contribution. I feel like my connection to myself and others really allows me to be more of who I am, as does expressing from a place of awareness and being honest with myself and others about my values. What a great gift. Thank you Eric!!" ~ Danielle Westlake, Kelowna, BC, Canada.

"I have worked with Eric in a number of different situations, and he is also a very good friend of mine. I have watched a real transformation, in both his personal and professional life, unfolding through his practice of Non-Violent Communication. Having worked in the field of communication all my life, I can honestly say that Eric is one of the most gifted and dedicated trainers and teachers that I know. Several weeks ago I did an interview with him, and was quite amazed at the level of spiritual depth and insight he has brought into his work. He is not using NVC as a tool or technique, but as something that pulls him deeper and deeper into personal and collective evolution. I honour and give thanks for the courage, creativity and transparency that he brings to all of his work."
~ Shayla Wright, Nelson, BC, Canada.

"Thanks so much for the excellent "intro" workshop on Sunday.  I really got a lot out of it, and I came away with new hope, and with that, new energy. ~ Deborah McDaniel, Bremerton, WA, USA.

"Eric has a wonderful style of presenting the material.  He is very clear and stays connected to himself and to the needs of the group: a perfect demonstration of living NVC."
~ Sue Mistretta, Silverton, BC, Canada.

"Eric's mediation skills were superb, he facilitated a discussion that would have been otherwise impossible."  - Keith Berens

"Eric's passion really comes through when teaching Compassionate Communication.  This language is transforming my relationships with my self, others, and life."
~ Doug Fomenko, Kelowna, BC, Canada.

"Eric's presentation simplified what could have remained "sounds good  in theory" approach to communication. I feel I was handed out keys to open up doors that I would have considered shut prior to this session. Overall, I found the workshop invigorating and inspiring.  Eric walks the talk and showed us how to do so and also to heighten our awareness as human beings."
~In gratitude, Sameen D'All. Creston, BC, Canada.

"Eric has provided us with the guidance, tools, and knowledge to create an inclusive work environment that supports the individual and collective genius of all of our employees.  Together we are creating a thriving and sustainable business where human needs and financial growth are equally valued." ~ Georgia Argyle, Nelson, BC, Canada.

"Eric Bowers offered a wonderful heart-centered process for the development of Life-Enriching communication tools."
~ Richard Ortega, Johnson's Landing, BC, Canada.