Walk Away Changed

Are You Ready to Walk Away Changed?

I’ve listed below my menu of workshops/teleclasses that are available. All of these topics can be custom designed to fit your time and location needs. Most can be offered in a 1-3 hour block of time. I love doing these presentations and always keep as my goal that participants will literally “walk away changed” such that they can apply what they’ve learned later the same day to whatever situation that fits for them. Please contact me and let’s collaborate on how I might offer a presentation for your organization, church group, or educational setting.

“The ballroom was filled with over 500 people. From the back of the room, Kris made her way down the center aisle, silently dragging a heavy gunny sack filled with labeled bricks. The audience turned and watched, intrigued, giggling and laughing with anticipation of what was about to happen. Kris took the stage and she took command. We listened, we laughed, we nodded in recognition as Kris described each one of us as if her talk was written just for “me.” She blended true stories with poignant principles, and in doing so, left us all changed – a little more at peace, a little lighter and a little wiser. Her motivational speaking is more than motivating. It is moving. The listener is moved – to understand differently, to feel differently, and also to act differently. Indeed, we all walked away changed that night.”
Mary Maulsby

Excuse Me, Waiter, There’s a Fly in My Soup
(Psychology of Customer Service)
If customer service is part of your job description, you are sitting on a gold mine of influence. That’s right. You can make or break customer loyalty in a matter of seconds, based on how you appeal to the conscious and unconscious needs of the customer. This workshop on the psychology of customer service will completely reframe your assumptions, motivate you and free you up to easily recognize creative ways to exceed customer expectations. This is a must for people in the hospitality and sales industries.

“The Boy Chases the Girl…Until She Catches Him” (Psychology of Persuasion)
If you have a career in sales, marketing, law, or advertising, the field of Social Psychology has a lot to teach you about how to influence and persuade people. For example, the next time you need to ask a stranger if you can go ahead of him in line, be sure to include the word, “because” and he will be much more likely to comply with your request – whether you follow it with an explanation or not! Really! You will learn the Psychological principles that prompt behavior and together, we will generate specific ideas about how you can apply them to your specific situation.

Relationship Artistry: You Can Paint a Masterpiece
(Emotional Intelligence)
There is both an art and science to achieving fulfilling interpersonal relationships. The science is your behavior: conforming to social norms, assertiveness, communication skills, decision making skills, etc… The art of interpersonal relationships is called Emotional Intelligence. These are the “soft” skills, if you will, of people-to-people interactions, such as your intuition, ability to empathize, your self-awareness, your sensitivity to social cues and energetic shifts, and your understanding of emotional needs. Indeed, the “art” is the “heart” of the matter. This workshop has direct application to both your personal life and your business world. In fact, Emotional Intelligence is most often used in the context of corporate leadership training.

Tapping – Schmapping! You Gotta Be Kidding Me!
(Energy Psychology and EFT)
Ok, so you’ve just barely accepted that acupuncture might be legitimate, and now I’m telling you that you don’t even need the needles – just tap with your fingers on some meridian points and get immediate physical and emotional relief. Believe me, I know this is a stretch. But that’s OK, it even works on cynical skeptics!

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Who Am I and What Do I Want?
(Self-Concept)
How would you answer this question? “I’m a parent.” “I’m a spouse.” “I work at ________.” Who were you before you started defining yourself according to all the roles you play in your life? Sometimes, we get caught up in the expectations placed on us, and we lose our sense of self. Come join us and re-discover how you are uniquely qualified to be the best you possible.

“Dealing With” and Letting Go
(Coping Skills)
So many people say, “I just need to deal with it.” Or, “He hasn’t really dealt with it yet.” Or, “I’m just dealing with a lot these days.” What exactly are they talking about? We will learn a step-by-step process for “dealing with” everything from a fender bender to the loss of a relationship. Come learn how to stay current with all the “crises” of everyday life.

It’s the Thought That Counts
(Cognitive Approaches)
The good news is that the power of positive thinking is just as powerful as the power of negative thinking! Which one do you choose? For some of us, the Inner Critic talking inside your head could actually be considered guilty of verbal abuse! Why do we do this to ourselves? We will learn how to stop those automatic thoughts, rationally assess our irrational beliefs, and replace them with a more realistically positive script.

Before You Reach For the Prozac
(Depression)
We all get the blues now and then, and many of us have experienced periods of true depression, even thoughts of suicide. There are several possible explanations for the depression that seems to come out of nowhere. Situational depression stems from the ordinary challenges of a life lived fully. We will review some ways that you can help yourself to feel better, and you will be invited to look at depression less as an adversary, and more as a possible teacher.

“I’m OK, I’m OK”
(Self-Esteem)
What is your source of self-esteem? Is it achievement? social status? approval from others? We will take a look at internal and external sources of self-worth and how you arrived at your current feelings about yourself. Then, we will question our assumptions and perhaps make some new choices.

Adults Are to be Seen and Heard
(Assertiveness Training)
Many of us are uncomfortable speaking up for ourselves. We think that the polite thing to do is to not trouble anyone or bring attention to ourselves. In our attempts to get along with others and avoid conflict, we often deny the legitimacy of our own feelings and needs. Let’s learn some ways to be assertive without being aggressive or passive. Yes, it’s possible!

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When Even Your Butterflies Are Anxious
(Anxiety)
Feelings of anxiety and panic are much more common than people realize. We will take a gentle look at some common triggers and offer suggestions for recognizing and preventing the escalation of anxiety. Normal fears and anxieties will be discussed as we discern the difference between stress and problematic anxiety.

The #*&$@! Anger Workshop!
(Anger)
Anger is one of the most abused emotions of the human experience. Most of us either over-express it or under-express it. What models did you have growing up? Come and make peace with anger. We will learn about anger, how to express it and how to be on the receiving end of it – safely. Wear loose clothing (just kidding!).

Spirituality For the Other Six Days of the Week
(Spirituality)
Wise elders from many spiritual paths have had in common the observation that true spiritual serenity lies in the experience of everyday life. Remember how you feel at the ocean, on top of a mountain, under a star-filled night sky. That connectedness to the universe is available here in town, every day, even when you're stuck at the busiest intersection in town. Come and share with us. Learn how to be in the moment and access that “big picture” perspective without having to travel to Tibet.

“Codependency: It’s Everywhere! It’s Everywhere!” (Codependency)
What exactly is codependency? Come and let us explain this misunderstood concept. We will look at its original meaning, and how it has come to mean everything from normal kindness to pathological dependency. The truth is somewhere in the middle. We will explain how to know whether a given decision or behavior is codependent, and also the underlying reasons for it.

Loss … and Found
(Grief/Loss)
Finding our way along the grieving path can be a challenging journey. Death and divorce are the obvious losses that touch our daily lives. Remember that grieving is work, and while there are no shortcuts, there are ways to direct your own process to get through to the other side. We will talk about the grieving process, and offer some suggestions that might make your way a little easier.

Psychology 101 for Everyday Life
(Life Skills)
You will be amazed at the number of research-based psychological principles that have immediate application to your daily life. We will uncover useful living tips that have at their origin, concepts from Brain Biology, Learning Theory, Memory, Cognitive-Behavioral Techniques, Social Psychology, and Life Span Development. Come and learn the theoretical explanation for all the advice your therapist has been giving you!

“Kris Roush is an incredibly clear and engaging public speaker. She has a genuine gift for connecting with her audience in many ways. Her ability to weave insight, humor, and wisdom into her storytelling is both amazing and wonderful. I always feel so welcomed in Kris’ presence, whether I am in a small group or a very large one. She is knowledgeable as well as skilled in articulating the subject at hand and more importantly, her generosity of spirit is conveyed in her speaking. For me, it is a pleasure and an honor to be in attendance where Kris is presenting because I know I will be enriched by what she has to say.”
Carmel Merryman

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The Relationship Instruction Guide:
An Owner’s Manual©

“Relationships: If Only I Could Know What the Rules Are!” Or “You’re Not Crazy, You’re Just in a Relationship!” (Relationship Concepts/Skills)
We all have good intentions in our relationships. It is just hard to know sometimes the difference between reasonable expectations and the playing out of old problematic patterns. Several “rules” for relationships will be offered. It is proposed that if both partners can agree to these premises, then misunderstandings can be greatly reduced.

“I Said, … You Said, … No, You Didn’t, Yes, I Did!” (Communication)
Say that again? Communication is so taken for granted. After all, I said what I meant, and you should understand me. We will review several solutions to some common problems in listening and speaking. The focus will be on enhancing communication skills, not just “talking about talking.”

At an Impasse –
Now What Do We Do?
(Conflict Resolution)
Most of us have never been taught how to argue with any degree of maturity. Conflicts are inevitable in every type of relationship. We will learn some conflict resolution strategies, some basic negotiation skills, and “fair fighting” rules. Bring your latest example of a meltdown and we will do a “post mortem” to see how it could have been handled differently.

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