About Elaine Shpungin
Elaine Shpungin, Ph.D. is a writer, parent, and practitioner of NonViolent Communication and Restorative Circles. Her writing has appeared in PsychologyToday.com, Tikkun Magazine, and edited books on pop culture themes (e.g., The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, House M.D.). You can read her essays on conflict, parenting and love at www.ImproveCommunication.net and www.RestorativeRevolution.com
By Elaine Shpungin and Dominic Barter Originally published in Tikkun Magazine on January 10, 2012 In 1854, Dr. John Snow, an early epidemiological pioneer, interrupted a deadly epidemic of cholera by tracing the source of the “poison” in sewage-tainted water … Continue reading →
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Picture a stand-off between multiple parties. Perhaps it is between representatives of two nations sitting across a long polished table as they butt heads over a piece of land, or perhaps it is between red-faced members of an organization fighting … Continue reading →
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Tagged communication, compromise, dominic barter, marriage, marshall rosenberg, mediation, negotiation, nonviolent communication, parenting, relationships, restorative, restorative circles, restorative justice, restorative practices
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Call me crazy – but I think we are ready for a Revolution. I’m talking about a revolution in the way we approach justice, transgression, punishment, crime, and every day conflict among ordinary people. I am talking about the way … Continue reading →
My two kids, now ages 4 and 9, seem to have lots of minor conflicts. They argue in the backseat of the car because one of them wants “quiet time” while the other wants to sing or tell me about … Continue reading →
