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Making NVC Relevant to a World in Crisis

three consecutive days. The outline below is loose and may shift to adapt to needs, experiences, and situations as they arise in the course of our time together. Session 1: Systemic Awareness as Compassion In our current mindset, whenever needs are not met all eyes focus on individuals. NVC teaches us to shift from punitive perspectives based on right/wrong thinking to a view of all actions as...
Empathizing with Loved Ones

ensure our emotional needs are met. Developing a consistent self-empathy practice and taking small steps—starting with receptive loved ones—can make the process easier. Holding ourselves with compassion and remembering why we value these relationships helps sustain our efforts. With practice, empathy for loved ones becomes more natural and transformative. Keywords: Mary Mackenzie NVC...
Why NVC Matters To Me?

offered a path forward: a way to identify core needs and align strategies with what really matters. This heartfelt story reminds us that transformation begins not with blame, but with awareness, compassion, and choice. Keywords: Mary Mackenzie captions searchable transcript needs consciousness strategies self acceptance transformation meaning
Expressing Anger Peacefully

a signal to put us into action to better meet our needs How to move from suppressing / controlling anger or considering it "bad" to using it as a tool to connect to our needs What to do when our compassion and patience are put to the test The underlying needs behind a "please everyone" state of mind How to translate our judgment and evaluation into feelings and needs Who should use this...
I'll Work on Me, You Work on You

desire to share it with others. We imagine that if we are benefiting from the tools of empathy, honesty and self-connection, those we love and care for will also. We notice that our own compassion increases and our psychological suffering decreases. Of course, we want that for those we love! Sometimes this can actually increase the likelihood of conflict, though. Read this article...
Free Your Heart From the "Difficult" Person

When someone isn't responding the way you want, and you want to respond in a way that embodies your values, with warmth and patience, examine your reactions. Ask yourself how you can access compassion and action that contributes to the well-being of all. See this article Keywords: enemy images Mindful Conflict Reactive Energy of the Need LaShelle Lowe-Chardé Elia Lowe Charde
Responding To "Power Over" Interactions

simple to do in a difficult moment. Then reflect: identify what you did (internally or externally) or said that (de)escalated the dynamic. This practice requires noticing what went well, self compassion, perseverance, and support. Read this article Keywords: power with power over practice LaShelle Lowe-Charde Elia Lowe Charde
Understanding Judgement And Criticism

imagining criticism will bring change. But even a correct analysis won’t inspire change if they hear criticism. Instead, the moment you notice judgments or criticism turn towards yourself with compassion. What are your feelings and needs. Read this practice exercise Keywords: judgement criticism analysis projection jackal Lashelle Lowe-Charde Elia Lowe Charde
Interventions For Anger

directly. Vulnerable feelings under anger are usually fear, hurt, or grief. Experiencing and expressing these feelings and connecting them to your needs, gives you access to more skill, insight, compassion, and wisdom. Read on for 3 questions to ask yourself when angry. Read this practice exercise Keywords: anger vulnerability LaShelle Lowe-Charde Elia Lowe Charde
Boundaries For Healthy Differentiation

or be controlled, you can feel deeply connected and affected, while standing strong in yourself. Differentiation also means ability to tolerate disharmony and differences, self-soothe, offer compassion, and set boundaries. Here, we'll focus on setting boundaries with monitoring eye contact and physical interaction, and interrupt our "helping". Read this practice exercise Keywords: boundaries...