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  1. In this insightful snippet from Sarah Peyton, discover how connecting requests can transform conversations into meaningful exchanges. Referred to as the "steering wheel" of NVC dialogue, connecting requests shift the focus from action to connection, creating clarity and understanding.
  2. Overcoming Fear and Taking Action

    Overcoming Fear and Taking Action

    Roxy Manning

    Video · 2 min 34 sec · 07/05/2025

    Fear and self-doubt often hold us back from taking action, but Roxy Manning urges us to confront these barriers, prepare for challenges, and build strong support systems. Social change is tough, and frustration is inevitable, but by embracing our humanity and staying committed, we can create meaningful impact. The key is to step in with courage, empathy, and a plan to sustain the journey.
  3. Eradicating judgments is likely impractical as our minds naturally form them. However, understanding inevitable judgments as indicators of our needs rather than truths can foster empathy. Expressing needs rather than judgments can better support connection and openness between one another.

  4. Teachers Expressing to Students and Colleagues

    Teachers Expressing to Students and Colleagues

    Miki Kashtan

    Trainer Tips · 3 - 5 minutes · 7/28/2010

    Exploring how to share NVC in a school environment where others may not yet understand its value.

  5. A Worldwide Field of Compassion

    A Worldwide Field of Compassion

    8 Session Course

    Robert Gonzales

    Multi-session Course · 10 - 12 Hours · 4/19/2023

    Explore compassion-based self-discovery through presence, aliveness and connection.

  6. Living Compassion in Challenging Times

    Living Compassion in Challenging Times

    6 Session Course

    Robert Gonzales

    Multi-session Course · 7 - 9 hours · 04/19/2023

    Heal, reconnect and cultivate presence through self compassion as you restore wholeness.

  7. Living Compassion in an Ever-Changing World

    Living Compassion in an Ever-Changing World

    10 Session Course

    Robert Gonzales

    Multi-session Course · 15 - 16 hours · 09/11/2023

    Deepen your connection to life, nurture inner healing, and live more compassionately.

  8. Robert's passion was in the spirituality of the Nonviolent Communication (NVC) process. He saw NVC both as a process that helps people connect more authentically with themselves and others, and as a spiritual practice and way of living. The worldwide NVC community mourned when Robert died in 2021. He left behind a legacy of work that emerged from a lifetime of inquiry into the intersection between spirituality and human communication.

  9. Fundamentals of NVC

    Fundamentals of NVC

    An Exploration of the Basics: 8 Session Course

    Mary Mackenzie

    Multi-session Course · 8 hour, 45 minutes · 7/10/2025

    Learn the basics of NVC to reduce stress, improve connection and respond with clarity.

  10. Using Conflict to Reflect on Fulfilling My Needs

    Using Conflict to Reflect on Fulfilling My Needs

    Eric Bowers

    Trainer Tips · 1 - 2 minutes · 10/26/2010

    Trainer Tip: Use conflict with others as a way to learn more about yourself.
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