Nonviolent communication - Marshall B. Rosenberg

If "violent" means acting in ways that result in hurt or harm, then much of how we communicate-judging others, bullying, having racial bias, blaming, finger pointing, discriminating, speaking without listening, criticizing others or ourselves, name-calling, reacting when angry, using political rhetoric, being defensive or judging who's "good/bad" or what's "right/wrong" with people-could indeed be called "violent communication."




Consciousness: a set of principles that support living a life of compassion, collaboration, courage, and authenticity


Language: understanding how words contribute to connection or distance


Communication: knowing how to ask for what we want, how to hear others even in disagreement, and how to move toward solutions that work for all


Means of influence: sharing "power with others" rather than using "power over others"



Increase our ability to live with choice, meaning, and connection


Connect empathically with self and others to have more satisfying relationships


Sharing of resources so everyone is able to benefit