Nonviolent Communication is a powerful way of communicating, when words are difficult to form. As we close 2019 and spend times with our families in these turbulent political times, while clearly expressing both our deep joy as well as our deep discomfort, this may be a helpful practice.
The simple four-part process of Nonviolent Communication states:
1. Observations
2. Feelings
3. Needs
4. Requests
- See this pdf for more information.
- Read Marshall Rosenberg's book for more details on the full process.