Transforming Inmates into Peacemakers, with Guest Doug Noll: Part 2
Nov 17, 2022
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Doug Noll, founder of Prison of Peace, discusses success stories, affect labeling, and recidivism rates in transforming inmates into peacemakers. The program's implementation, growth, and reasons for success are explored, offering hope for reducing conflict in communities.
Teaching conflict resolution in prisons leads to transformative growth, showcasing neuroplasticity in emotional development.
Engaging in active listening and peacemaking practices fosters positive societal change and harmonious relationships.
Deep dives
Benefits of High Conflict Personality Trainings
High conflict personality trainings offer family and other mediators essential skills for managing challenging cases. Bill Eddy's developed mediation model significantly increased settlement rates from 75% to over 90% in high conflict cases. These trainings include on-demand access and direct Zoom sessions with Bill, enhancing mediator effectiveness in handling high conflict personalities.
Impact of Teaching Skills in Prison Programs
Teaching conflict resolution skills in prison programs can lead to profound transformations in individuals. Through programs like the Prison of Peace Project, participants, even with challenging backgrounds, can learn essential emotional management and communication skills. Witnessing behavioral changes and increased emotional intelligence in incarcerated individuals demonstrates the brain's neuroplasticity, allowing for significant personal growth and positive social interactions.
The Transformative Power of Peacemaking and Active Listening
Engaging in peacemaking practices and active listening can have a profound impact on individuals and communities. By listening and validating others, individuals can be empowered to make positive changes in their lives and relationships. Each act of active listening contributes to creating a ripple effect of peace, fostering a more harmonious and understanding society. Through empathy and genuine communication, individuals can effectively navigate conflicts and promote lasting positive change.
“Listening People Into Existence.” In this second episode with Doug Noll of the Prison of Peace program, Bill and Megan continue their conversation about this program that leads incarcerated individuals through intensive workshops to become Peacemakers, and eventually Certified Trainers who go out into their communities after their release, using their new peacemaking skills.
In this episode, Doug continues telling us about:
success stories
the skill of affect labeling and the research behind it
recidivism rates for those who have been through the program
where it’s been and is being implemented, and preparing for massive growth
Listen in as Doug, Megan and Bill dig deep into why this program works.