ESP Biography



BRIAN WILLIAMS, ESP Teacher




Major: Not available.

College/Employer: MIT

Year of Graduation: Not available.

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Past Classes

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X12912: Communication in Navigating Relationships, Friendships, Family in Spark 2019 (Mar. 16 - 17, 2019)
Do you have questions or uncertainties about how to deal with dating, relationships, friendships, or family interactions? Do you have unmet desires for deeper connections, being more understood, or understanding others better? Bring your questions, thoughts, and insights, and let's discuss these topics! We may also practice some exercises that I've found especially useful in my ability to communicate, foster emotional safety for myself and others, and resolve conflicts.


X12915: Understanding Contraceptives in Spark 2019 (Mar. 16 - 17, 2019)
Talking about what different contraceptives are available (and through what methods they are available, e.g. prescription, over-the-counter, etc.), how they are administered/used, efficacy rates, and importance of safe sex practices including (but not limited to) contraceptive use.


X12916: What is consent? in Spark 2019 (Mar. 16 - 17, 2019)
Beginning with an open discussion on what the audience has learned about consent, what it "looks" like, and why it matters. We delve deeper in definition, understand what "enthusiastic consent" is and why it matters. Emphasis on the real-world importance of respecting consent as it links with rape-culture, misogyny, misandry, sexism in general, and interhuman respect.