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 Zulu Beaded 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 classroom 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. 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. Instructions: How to Use Your Talking Stick Ideally no one gets to make their point until they can restate to the other person’s satisfaction, their point of view: 1. The person holding the talking stick speaks without interruption. 2. Listeners demonstrate understanding by asking questions and restating. 3. Listeners may not make their points, argue or disagree. 4. Once you are satisfied that you have been heard and understood, pass the talking stick to the next person. 5. You can pass if you don't want to speak. Speak up and be heard with the Zulu Beaded Talking Stick!

• An Empowering Communication Tool - Modeled after a microphone, 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.