Compassionate Communication: The art of listening and speaking with presence and clarity
with Michelle Becka
Compassionate Communication: The art of listening and speaking with presence and clarity
This interactive workshop explores the principles of Compassionate Communication as a tool for fostering connection, clarity, and mutual respect. Participants will investigate how to listen with presence, recognize underlying feelings and needs, and express themselves with honesty and compassion—both with children and adults. Through practical examples and guided scenario practice, we’ll apply these skills to real classroom moments, including conflict, limit-setting, and collaboration. Grounded in Montessori values, this session supports more peaceful, effective communication that honors the dignity of every human.
This workshop is designed for any adult who works with other people! Role playing and practice scenarios will focus on supporting children (3-9 years of age) to navigate conflict and enhance their listening and communication skills.
Michelle Becka
Michelle received her AMI Primary Montessori Diploma from Montessori Northwest in Portland, Oregon in 1997, and her MEd from Loyola University in the same year. After working in a Primary Montessori classroom for 17 years, she entered the AMI Training of Trainers Program and obtained full trainer status in 2017.
Michelle has worked with adult learners in the USA, India, France and Taiwan. She values and enjoys co-creating opportunities for their growth and development on their Montessori journeys. She currently works at Bezos Academy as the Senior Montessori Instructor, continuing to train adults and support them in their Montessori teaching practice. Aside from loving Montessori, she enjoys practicing yoga, bike riding, reading books, and playing in her garden and her art studio.