Michael H. Crosby has presented this material throughout the world. Many professionals have found that the Choosing Compassion program offers a matrix for those involved in anger management, crisis counseling, conflict resolution, circles of trust, non-violent communication, and peace studies. At the same time it shows how the material can fit into a fuller context leading to social transformation.

Following is a synopsis of the six 20 minute videos:

Segment 1 - All relationships in life are grounded in positive dynamics of care or negative dynamics of control.

Segment 2 - Negative ways of relating, based in control, lead to abuse, conflicts and various forms of violence and, if unchecked can result in breaks of one kind or another (divorce, walk-outs, strikes, wars) as well as to hate and, ultimately, to indifference or lack of care.

Segment 3 - Conflicts based on misunderstanding can be recognized and resolved; reconciliation based on repentance and forgiveness can empower all involved.

Segment 4 - The challenge and necessity to change from negative ways of relating to positive ways can only come when we decide it is in our interest to do so whether we are individuals, groups or organizations.

Segment 5 - Creating circles of trust wherein people are free from the negative dynamics, leading to healthy relationships and better lives through collaboration.

Segment 6 - The power of non-violence and peace are the basis for deepening love and widening our circles of compassion.

The segments above are each accompanied by a study guide. These provide dynamic exercises and discussion points for a 75 minute lesson (which includes viewing the 20 minute DVD) or for a 90 minute lesson (also including the viewing of the 20 minute DVD).

Award winning author Michael H. Crosby is a member of a Catholic community of brothers, the Capuchin Franciscans. His experience of social upheaval in the late '60s led him to try to develop ways of relating among people and groups that will be free of negative dynamics. He has a Masters Degree in Economics and a PhD in Theology. He has lectured throughout the Americas, Europe, Asia, Africa and Australia and has authored more than 15 books. The latest is The Paradox of Power: From Control to Compassion. In response to requests from those who have taken his workshops around “The Power Chart,” Crosby oversaw the development of the video series and the parallel study guides. For more on him see www.michaelcrosby.net.