Empathy Catalyst

13/12/2025

3 Day Compassionate Communication Foundation Training
Byron Bay | Friday, Saturday, Sunday, 9-11th January | 9.00–4.30pm

Do you ever feel like you’re doing your best to keep the peace—but end up feeling resentful, shut down, or like you’ve disappeared in the process?
Maybe it’s the same conversations going in circles.
Maybe it’s struggling to ask for what you need—or even to know what that is.
Maybe it’s setting boundaries at work… only to backtrack because it feels too hard or too risky.
If any of that sounds familiar, you’re not alone.
And there’s a different way.

If you’re ready to explore a way of communicating that feels honest, liberating, and caring, this is for you.

You are warmly invited to this three-day training which is thoughtfully structured, comprehensive and unhurried. It will offer space to embody the work, learn with ease, and support meaningful personal and relational change.

More details + registration: https://www.empathycatalyst.com/compassionate-communication-foundation-training/

It would be great to see you there and we’d love support to get the message out to friends, family, colleagues, groups and neighbours who may be interested.

12/12/2025

Feeling tired heading into time off? Let's reset👇

22/09/2025

🌻 Our October Foundation Course is officially full! A waitlist is now open — thank you for the incredible response.

✨ The good news? There are still places left in our Next Steps Course (11–12 October, Kent Town).

If you’ve already completed an NVC Foundation Course — whether with us or elsewhere — you’re warmly invited to join us for the next stage of your NVC journey. This weekend is all about deepening skills, building confidence, strengthening self-connection, and addressing real-life challenges that matter most.

📍 Kent Town, South Australia
💰 $210
📅 11–12 October 2025

Register here 👉 https://onefullmoment.com.au/nvc-courses/

We’d love to have you with us. 💛

25/07/2025

🌿 Introduction to Compassionate Communication – & what it can do for you
🗓 Brunswick Heads | Saturday 23 August | 1.30–4.30pm

Do you ever feel like you’re doing your best to keep the peace—but end up feeling resentful, shut down, or like you’ve disappeared in the process?

Maybe it’s the same conversations going in circles.
Maybe it’s struggling to ask for what you need—or even to know what that is.
Maybe it’s setting boundaries at work… only to backtrack because it feels too hard or too risky.

If any of that sounds familiar, you’re not alone.
And there’s a different way.

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I’m holding this introduction workshop because I love sharing Nonviolent Communication (NVC). It has helped me so much personally, and I see the difference it makes in my clients’ lives every day.

I’d love to see more people learn NVC and experience all the ways it can support healing, clarity, and connection. Honestly, I’d like the whole world to learn it—a world where communication helps us build understanding and respect, so life works better for everyone.

This workshop is an invitation for anyone curious about discovering new things about themselves and new ways to communicate—ones that can genuinely improve your life and relationships.

It’s a chance to explore and play with NVC processes in a space that supports:
💬 Being truly heard
💛 Being seen with kindness
🌱 Growing and learning
🎈 Having fun
🤝 Feeling community and belonging

I’m also excited to expand my local connections and meet others who share this interest.

Alongside the workshop, I offer empathic coaching for anyone wanting deeper, 1:1 support to apply NVC in their own life.

If you’re ready to explore a way of communicating that feels honest, liberating, and deeply human, this is for you.

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More details + registration: https://www.facebook.com/events/720476304305343/

💬 I’d appreciate your help spreading the word—please share this with friends and family who may be interested.

24/07/2025

19/07/2025

Hi Friends, Ricky and I are holding 2 more NVC courses in Adelaide in October. Please share this with any friends and family who may be interested.

07/07/2025

Kaz T-Anderson, my friend and mentor, is hosting a webinar this week. I had the privilege of attending her in-person workshop on this topic last month and highly recommend it.

Join our live event to discover the keys to building secure and fulfilling relationships. Learn practical strategies to cultivate trust and understanding in you

30/06/2025

The new Byron Healing magazine is out now – and I’m in it! 🌿
If you’ve picked up this week’s Echo, you’ll find me in the Byron Healing directory, alongside many wonderful practitioners and offerings.

Have a look at your free copy that comes with this week’s Echo newspaper, or explore the directory online here: https://healing.echo.net.au/listing/empathy-catalyst-communication-coaching-with-melinda/

We’re very excited to announce that the new Byron Healing Magazine is here! 🌸

Dive into a world of wellness with our latest edition, filled with inspiring stories, expert tips, and the newest trends in holistic health..
From therapeutic treatments to mindfulness practices and community activities, you’ll find everything you need to enhance your physical, mental, and social well-being.
Ready to start your wellness journey?

Get your free copy inside the Echo dropping today!
Or visit our website - Link in Bio

And if you’d like extra copies for your business or accommodation, reach out and we’ll deliver them to you. ✨

24/09/2024

I'm looking forward to meeting everyone attending the next course this weekend :D

02/09/2024

This event is sold out. Feel free to message me if you'd like to register your interest for future events!

🌟 Join a 2-Day Nonviolent Communication (NVC) Foundation Course! 🌟

🗓 When: Sat 28th – Sun 29th September
📍 Where: Salisbury, South Australia
👥 With: Melinda Knudsen & Ricky Shipard

Dive into the transformative world of NVC and learn how to:

✨ Enhance listening and empathy skills
✨ Communicate in a way that fosters understanding
✨ Identify and express feelings and needs
✨ Cultivate Power-With dynamics in relationships
✨ Make effective requests to meet your needs

🔗 Limited spots available—Book now for the best price!
http://onefullmoment.com.au/nvc-foundation-course/

07/10/2023

...if we find ourselves unable or unwilling to empathize despite our efforts, it’s usually a sign that we’re too starved for empathy to be able to offer it to others.

~ Marshall Rosenberg

Quote courtesy PuddleDancer Press

04/09/2023

Have you seen the Barbie movie? It was a nice surprise to see the topics of patriarchy, gender and identity explored in a mainstream blockbuster! Have a listen to this podcast episode from one of my favourite shows Therapist Uncensored chatting with Liz Plank about the film 😄

The Barbie movie through a secure-relating lens. Patriarchy, masculinity, happiness, and freedom from gender scripts with Liz Plank