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The Language of the Heart for Authentic and Mindful Relationships
Based on the work of Marshall Rosenberg, Nonviolent Communication (NVC) is an approach to communication that helps build authentic connections, transform conflicts, and express oneself empathically and respectfully.
NVC is not just a way of speaking but a way of being: a process that invites us to step out of reactive and judgmental patterns to reconnect with our deep needs and those of others.
The 4 Steps of NVC
- Observation
Notice what is happening without judging or interpreting. “When I see/hear that…” - Feelings
Recognize what we feel in response to what we observe. “I feel…” - Needs
Identify the universal needs behind our feelings. “Because I need…” - Request
Clearly express what we want, specifically and concretely. “Could you…?”
Goals of Nonviolent Communication
- Improve the quality of relationships (family, work, intimate)
- Manage conflicts constructively and transformatively
- Learn to listen with empathy without reacting impulsively
- Foster communication based on truth, respect, and cooperation
- Cultivate compassion, both towards others and ourselves
Why “Nonviolent”?
The term “nonviolent” does not only refer to the absence of aggression but to the intention not to cause harm—to communicate in a way that everyone can be heard, understood, and respected, even in difficult moments.
A Language that Heals
NVC is a powerful tool for those who want to live more sincere, empathetic relationships free from judgment. It is used worldwide in educational, corporate, therapeutic, and social contexts to foster connection, trust, and transformation.