Expressing our vulnerability can help resolve conflicts.

With empathy we don't direct, we follow. Don't just do something, be there.

Judgments of others contribute to self-fulfilling prophecies.

We are designed for Giving

Use the words "I feel because I" to remind us that what we feel it isn't because of what the other person did, but because of a choice I've made.

Conventional compliments often take the form of judgments however positive, and are sometimes offered to manipulate the behavior of others. NVC encourages the expression of appreciation solely for celebration.

We give empathy to others for our own benefit.