wellness &
communication

WELCOME!

WellComm – Wellness and Communication are a central part of both my private and working life. I love sharing the tools I have acquired over the last decades to support you to thrive: physically, emotionally, mentally and spiritually.

  • The Elephant Puppet

    The Elephant Puppet

    The Giraffe and Jackal puppet are symbols we use when sharing Nonviolent Communication. The Giraffe reminds us of our compassion whereas the Jackal is a…

  • Community Living at WantooWantoo

    Community Living at WantooWantoo

    Kris Kolff – who recently turned 80 – was filmed a few years ago and this documentary has now been made public. It gives a…

  • Poor Man’s Guacamole

    Poor Man’s Guacamole

    The broad bean season is upon us. While doing some gardening this afternoon, the broad beans got my attention. I swear that the beans had…

  • I hear you

    I hear you

    How a challenge became a gift. This morning, my husband, Jan Albert, and I had a moment of disconnection and it led to a most…

Transforming Guilt and Shame
Online – 11 & 12 July 2026

9-Day International Intensive Training 13-22 November 2026, Christchurch, New Zealand

Visit the website.

Ruby Retreat
On Request
Ruby Bay – Māpua

What People Say

Somehow Irma managed to combine a workshop with complete strangers – into a safe environment for us to be vulnerable, while bringing in humour and strong connection. Not easy?! Thank you with all our heart. We are softer with each other, and are both keen to keep playing and practicing the tools NVC uses and provides.

— Jeanette Aspin, Tasman

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