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NVC Resources on Empathy


  • NVC as Spiritual Practice

    of the world religions’ teachings – “follow your bliss… and doors will open where you would not have thought there would be doors; and where there wouldn't be a door for anyone else.”] Radical empathy and compassion, the practice of seeing ourselves in others and others in ourselves, especially when people (including ourselves) do things we find terribly offensive, harmful or destructive. This...

  • Street NVC

    2012 course recording, you'll embark on a transformative journey where you will: Immerse yourself in experiential exercises designed to enhance listening skills and foster self-awareness. Decode empathy by unraveling judgments to uncover the underlying feelings and needs. Adapt the traditional NVC framework to align effortlessly with everyday conversations. Harmonize your communication style...

  • NVC & the Enneagram

    and communication skills Understand your dynamics and patterns, and de-mystify your struggles Unwind your “old emotional strategies” for meeting core needs Develop more acceptance and empathy for yourself and others The Enneagram is based on understanding that the temperament you’re born with determines how you learn to adapt to your early childhood environment – and as you mature you evolve...

  • The Zero Step

    they call "The Zero Step," encompassing the characteristics of warmth toward self and other, care for the vitality of both yourself and other(s), wonder/interest, vulnerability(scary honesty) and empathy, which leads directly to connection requests and an openness to outcome. This recording is from the Taste of Compassionate Leadership monthly videoconference. {attachment:all} Keywords:...

  • How can Nonviolent Communication Be Helpful in These Transformative Times?

    loss and pain, "allies" and communities commonly (and often unknowingly) create false equivalences, minimization and re-injure those who've been historically marginalized -- even when they offer empathy, or aim to stay "safe". Read on to cultivate greater understanding and ways to respond differently. Read this article Keywords: enemy images Black Lives Matter Power Privilege Social Movement...

  • The Future of Love

    Kelly uses music, humor, handouts and experiential exercises to help you learn techniques for: Using jealousy to deepen connection Finding the balance between freedom and closeness Deep empathy Understanding 3rd Wave Relationships (focused on evolution, not just romance or survival) Having the “safe love” conversation, before getting involved Understanding the 10 qualities of a soulful...

  • Working Together for Change

    Access this complete 5 session course This course is designed to help you step into your power and create a more just world while staying aligned with compassion and empathy. Using practices and insights based in Nonviolent Communication, this five-session series explores how to challenge racist words and ideas in ways that are most likely to encourage others to openly reflect on their beliefs...

  • Miki Kashtan

    Making NVC Relevant to a World in Crisis

    if we have been socialized not to? How do we release control and make true requests if we have been socialized and habituated to our needs being prioritized and our perspective appearing correct? Empathy: How do we open our hearts to the needs and perspectives of people different from us, such as those with more or less power; those embracing different worldviews based on their culture; or those...

  • Exploring Conflict Agreements

    From online training sessions to family dynamics, and local parks to practice groups, these agreements demonstrate proactive approaches to conflict resolution by encouraging self-responsibility, empathy, and supportive dialogues. The emphasis is on the importance of having flexible, responsive systems in place to address both immediate conflicts and underlying tensions, fostering healthier...

  • Deescalate Yourself:

    In this heartfelt session, Jesse Wiens Chu shares three practical centering practices—rooted in the principles of Nonviolent Communication (NVC)—to help you find your way back to self-connection, empathy, and choice. Through accessible tools drawn from both personal experience and frontline work, you’ll learn how to navigate emotional overwhelm, honor your inner life, and move toward...


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