Seed Circle: Navigating Polarized Conflict Workshop Series
Sat, May 31
|Brainerd Public Library
Polarized conflict can feel intractable, but developing skills to navigate it constructively is essential for progress. This 5-week workshop series, "Navigating Polarized Conflict," is designed for individuals seeking to understand and engage with deeply divided perspectives more effectively.
Time & Location
May 31, 2025, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Brainerd Public Library, 416 S 5th St, Brainerd, MN 56401, USA
About the event
This 5-week workshop series, "Navigating Polarized Conflict," is designed for individuals seeking to understand and engage with deeply divided perspectives more effectively. Through one in-person 3-hour session followed by four weekly virtual 1-hour sessions, interactive activities, and practical tools, participants will learn to identify the dynamics of polarization, understand different viewpoints, and employ communication strategies for de-escalation and connection.
By the end of the program, participants will:
Understand the drivers of polarized conflict and their own responses.
Develop active listening and perspective-taking skills.
Learn communication techniques for de-escalation and finding common ground.
Gain strategies for managing emotions and recognizing biases.