
Practice nonviolent communication through four components—observation, feeling, need, and request—and express feelings honestly without blame. Listen with empathy to build safe connections and resolve conflicts peacefully.
Describe situations objectively by observing facts without judgment, using concrete language and noting duration to prevent misunderstandings and foster deeper connection and self-awareness.
Explore how feelings drive nonviolent communication, distinguish feelings from thoughts, and express them with precise words—covering mad, sad, glad, scared, and ashamed—to reveal needs and foster authentic connections.
Identify universal needs behind emotions in nonviolent communication, recognizing that needs drive behavior and are distinct from wants or desires, and express them clearly to foster empathy and reduce conflict.
Explore nonviolent communication through making requests that respect autonomy and needs. Learn to observe, name feelings, connect to needs, and make specific, doable requests to build trust and connection.
Explore how nonviolent communication improves relationships by practicing active listening, clarity of expression, understanding and validation, and conflict resolution to foster deeper connections and emotional intelligence.
Learn how nonviolent communication uses active listening and the four components to resolve conflicts through collaboration, understanding needs and feelings, and taking personal responsibility.
Apply nonviolent communication to build empathy, express yourself clearly with I statements, and practice active listening to resolve conflicts and foster mutual respect and deeper relationships.
Apply nonviolent communication in professional settings to improve meetings, customer service, and negotiations. Express observations, feelings, needs, and requests empathetically to reduce tensions and strengthen relationships with colleagues and clients.
Apply nonviolent communication to build cooperative structures in professional and community settings; foster empathy, shared needs, and goals, and promote belonging through observation, feelings, needs, and requests.
Practice active listening by focusing on the speaker, clarifying understanding, and using empathy to connect and resolve conflicts. Build clarity and cooperative structures to strengthen relationships.
Cultivate empathy through reflective listening, open-ended questions, and empathy statements to deepen connections in nonviolent communication. Practice mindfulness to stay present and respond with understanding in personal and professional relationships.
Apply nonviolent communication tools to express yourself clearly using I statements, focus on needs, be specific, listen actively, avoid generalizations and assumptions, and stay calm to build stronger relationships.
Practice mindful communication as a core element of nonviolent communication by staying present, taking responsibility for your feelings, avoiding blame and judgment, and listening openly to build stronger relationships.
Join the seven-day Crafting Connections residency to explore governance models, communication methods, conflict resolution, and cooperative structures, while building bylaws, cooperatives, nonprofits, blockchain and Web3 technologies for resilient communities.
Crafting Connections Series: Non-Violent Communication (NVC) is a short micro-course designed to help you transform conflict into connection with the power of Non-Violent Communication (NVC). In just a few lessons, you will learn how to communicate more effectively and compassionately with others, even in the midst of challenging situations.
Throughout the course, you will be introduced to the principles and practices of NVC, a communication technique developed by psychologist Marshall Rosenberg. NVC emphasizes empathy, active listening, and understanding the needs and feelings of others, even when their views or behaviors may differ from your own.
By the end of the course, you will have gained the knowledge and tools needed to navigate difficult conversations and build stronger relationships. You will also be able to identify the underlying needs and emotions that drive your own and others' behavior, allowing you to communicate more effectively and respectfully.
Whether you are looking to improve your personal relationships, enhance your professional communication skills, or simply learn a new and valuable approach to conflict resolution, this micro-course is an excellent place to start. It consists of engaging and interactive lessons that will guide you through the principles and practices of NVC. Each lesson is designed to be accessible and easy to understand, allowing you to integrate the concepts and techniques into your daily life.
You will also have the opportunity to engage with other learners in the course, allowing you to practice and apply the skills you are learning in a supportive and collaborative environment. This peer-to-peer learning approach will help you to build confidence in your communication abilities and deepen your understanding of NVC.
By the end of the course, you will have not only gained the knowledge and skills needed to communicate more compassionately and effectively but also built a foundation for ongoing growth and development in your personal and professional relationships.