Giraffe NVC Talking Stick: Powerful Communication Tool for Balanced Dialogue, Storytelling and Peacebuilding

Imagine a conversation where everyone is talking over each other. Frustrating, right? And definitely not effective. To promote respectful understanding, create a clear and fair structure with the help of a Talking Stick!

The Giraffe NVC Talking Stick creates an environment for effective communication and teaches listening skills. So, everyone understands where each is coming from without judgment or blame.

The talking stick is a simple tool, with roots in many indigenous cultures, that is now being used in a number of modern settings, including the family, the class room and the board room. Ideal for any social emotional learning activities, it has been described by Stephen Covey as “the most powerful communication tool he has ever seen.”

Uses
In addition to the talking stick being a great way to ensure everyone is heard when discussing an important topic. It can be used to resolve conflicts, to brainstorm business solutions, to provide emotional support and comfort at times of loss and grief. It can also be used to share stories and have fun.

Non-Violent Communication (NVC)
The giraffe is the mascot of the nonviolent communication movement because of it’s long neck requiring a big heart!

Speak Your Truth
The Giraffe NVC Talking Stick fosters a positive atmosphere for effective communication while promoting positive outcomes.

Comes with a Handy Protective Pouch
The portable pouch helps keep your talking stick in mint condition. With this, you also get a set of easy-to-follow instructions to guide you.

Built to Last
We have produced our giraffe talking sticks with durability in mind. They are crafted in Malawi using beautiful ebony wood. So, you can look forward to enjoying these beautiful pieces for years to come.

Speak up and be heard with the Giraffe NVC Talking Stick!

• An Empowering Communication Tool -With the giraffe symbolizing heartfelt compassionate communication, the talking stick helps you find your voice in difficult conversations so you can honestly express your truth with clarity. It allows venting and the release of pent-up emotional energy..
• Hold Delicate Conversations with Ease – The talking stick is a tool that clearly identifies the speaker and the listener so that everyone has an equal chance to be heard and understood. In effect, the talking stick plays the role of the mediator (peacemaker) and ensures that there is structural balance in your important conversations that matter. Everyone gets an uninterrupted turn to speak. Everyone has a turn to be heard and understood..
• Builds Harmonious Relationships – With a talking stick, everyone is encouraged to listen more actively, thereby supporting understanding and a positive exchange of ideas. Amicable and fair resolution of disagreements emerge naturally. Negative energy dissipates and new positive ideas emerge..
• Promotes Mutual Respect – Use of this tool promotes an atmosphere of trust, honesty and equality. Not only does this tool improve social skills, but it also helps people respect each other’s boundaries. It honors multiple truths by allowing you to disagree, yet both be right..
• Helpful in Different Situations - Whether for storytelling, classroom activities, couples therapy or conflict resolution, this talking stick works effectively to ensure everyone is heard when discussing an important topic. It supports effective communication, where everyone can develop better communication habits and deeply connect with the important people in their life..