In 2009, Verbal Defense & Influence formed Verbal Defense to focus on the devastating problem of youth bullying. Below are the products that are currently being sold on the Verbal Defense website. Just click on a link to learn more (a new window will open and you will taken to the specific product page at www.VerbalDefense.com)
- Verbal Judo for Civilians Program — a 2-hour video overview by Dr. George Thompson of his structured communication methodologies for preventing and de-escalating conflict. This video was filmed at a live presentation in 1987 and is a real classic.
- Verbal Judo Nuggets — a 1 hour and 15 minute CD that shares many of the core principles of Manage Bullying. This informative audio was recorded in 2010 as a discussion between Dr. Thompson and one his master trainers, Doug Haig.
- Peace Stories – For Home and Work – the late Dr. Thompson is best remembered for his entertaining and memorable peace stories that clearly communicate the main points of his teachings. These peace-story videos were recorded in 2010 and are 21 of the best.
- Online Family Community – a membership program that provides ongoing training and education to parents and their children via a members-only website and monthly teleseminars. Verbal Defense is a contributor to this community along with other members of the Vistelar Group.
- Verbal Judo – The Gentle Art of Persuasion — Dr. Thompson’s best-selling book, with over 250,000 copies sold, that provides a great written overview of his work. You can purchase this book and Dr. Thompson’s other books from the Vistelar Store.
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