Nonviolent Communication

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For any age

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Workshops in Nonviolent Communication for different levels and on different topics

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How we talk matters in our intimate relationships and our public discourse. It matters for parents and for public figures, in our schools and our places of prayer. It matters for the possibility of peace in our homes and for building a more functional democracy.

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Having dependable skills for talking and listening when we disagree or feel hurt, angry, or scared makes all of these emotions much less scary and makes working through conflict possible.

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Having the skills to talk and listen to people who differ from us makes it possible to work collaboratively with “the other side.”

We can transform power-struggles with toddlers and teenagers into delightful partnerships.

We can find our way back to our life partners.

We can ignite creativity in our classrooms and our workplaces.

We can find compassion and common ground across political divides.

I believe these skills are foundational for creating social systems that are more equitable, joyful, and sustainable.

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How do we speak our truth, express our own needs — and express our care for others at the same time?

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We can be both empowered and empathic, honest and kind.  Doing this requires skills -- learnable skills.

 

The work I do is based on Marshall Rosenberg’s “Nonviolent Communication.” 

Rosenberg chose the word “nonviolent” to invoke the great nonviolent social change movements, to propose that we can transform our world to one where everyone’s needs matter.

Rosenberg focused on communication, believing that how we talk and listen can help create a world where we thrive together.

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