July 1 - Discovering Your Peaceful Voice

July 1 - Discovering Your Peaceful Voice - Dr. Edward Viljoen

Have you ever walked away from a conversation wishing you could have those last five minutes back?

Something small happened. A sentence was interrupted. An opinion arrived too quickly. A well-intentioned suggestion given before understanding had a chance to grow.

Most of us don't set out to communicate that way. Yet it slips in.

Peaceful communication might begin earlier than the words we choose. It might start in the space before we speak.

This evening we'll explore a simple shift that has changed the way I listen, respond, and connect with others. It starts with something ordinary, something so familiar it often goes unnoticed. Yet it holds the power to change the quality of conversations at home, at work, and within ourselves.

If you've been longing for a little more ease in your relationships, or a quieter way of moving through the world, this evening's gathering may offer something worthwhile.

We'll also enjoy fresh baked bread, tea, beautiful music, and the warmth of spiritual community.

Wednesday Evening Service
Tonight at 7:00 PM
Center for Spiritual Living Santa Rosa

Come as you are. Bring a friend if you'd like. We'd love to share the evening with you.

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