Books & Articles

Mediation Defined

Principles of Mediation

Mediation vs. Arbitration

Preparing for a Mediation

How to Benefit Most from Your Mediation Session

Things You Should Expect of Your Mediator

Mediator Pitfalls: When Parties Should Speak Out

Getting to Yes

Crucial Conversations

Podcasts

Resist + Renew – Understanding Conflict – Facilitators interview social movement organizers about their work and how they do it, along with a good chunk of geeking out about different tools in our training toolbox.

The Good Life Project – Hosted by Jonathan Fields, this podcast features interviews with experts and thought leaders on how to live a meaningful and fulfilling life.

Happier with Gretchen Rubin – Gretchen Rubin is a best-selling author and happiness expert, and her podcast offers practical tips and insights on how to cultivate happiness and lead a fulfilling life.

The Daily Boost – This podcast provides short, daily episodes designed to boost your motivation and positivity.

Mediates AI Podcast– AI generated podcasts! New and entertaining way to learn.

Empathy Circles

What is an Empathy Circle? An Empathy Circle is a structured dialogue process based on mutual active listening. The process increases constructive dialogue and mutual understanding by ensuring that each person feels fully heard to their satisfaction.

Video: How To Take Part in a Basic Empathy Circle (9 min)

Video: Using Empathy Circles in Conflict Resolution and Mediation, Empathy Summit, Hilleary Zarate, April 5, 2025 (15 min)