Publishing Pause
Hi there, I’m taking a moment to inform you that things are mostly going according to plan. I’m teaching 1-2 times a week, I’m practicing conversations with people and I’m creating weekly videos as well.… Read More »Publishing Pause
Yves from Amsterdam
Support this community service
I give my conversations, classes, videos, books, cartoons, – well everything – away for free, as a community service. Because I like to live in a world where money is not an obstacle to get… Read More »Support this community service
Cartoon: I just want him to open up first
An oldie, but a goodie This cartoon I made with drawing help from a man in Malaysia, who works through the website Fiverr. This was the first ever cartoon that came to me. I was… Read More »Cartoon: I just want him to open up first
Strategy update: Fall/Winter 2021
I’m back! After a month of reflection in the beautiful greenness of Costa Rica, I’ve received a clearer vision for the coming six months. Here are two main additions to the strategy that I wrote… Read More »Strategy update: Fall/Winter 2021
UPDATE: August to reflect and relax, back in September
Seemingly out of nowhere, my girlfriend, family members, and friends pitched in to fly me to Costa Rica, then to Boston, and then back to Amsterdam. I’m feeling grateful for this support and the opportunity… Read More »UPDATE: August to reflect and relax, back in September
Project Update: Start Crowdfunding Facilitator Course
Today I’m celebrating the start of a crowdfunding campaign to get enough support for a 10-week facilitator course: www.eerstehulpbijgesprekken.nl What I’m particularly celebrating are two things. 1. Only do things that I have support for… Read More »Project Update: Start Crowdfunding Facilitator Course
Video: “I don’t need help, I’m fine, don’t worry about it”
Another W.A.I.T. Why am I Talking video. Produced with the support of script editor Jeantilette, producer Evert, the people of de Verbroerderij and the person whose story I’m sharing. I feel grateful to you all.
Cartoon: A very special workshop
This cartoon was made by Quirien, after an idea that came through me.
Musing: How satisfied are you with punishment in your life?
I was listening to Nonviolence Radio and they were talking about restorative justice. This is another form of dealing with painful situations. Without punishment and through mutual learning and reconnecting. The example they shared on this radio… Read More »Musing: How satisfied are you with punishment in your life?
Video: When your friend is giving you unsolicited advice
Here’s the second ever W.A.I.T. Why Am I Talking video. With help from script editor Jeantilette, director and editor Evert and the people from de Verbroerderij for hosting us.