What all the basic religions are saying is this: Don't do anything that isn't play.

Any time you throw pain at a Jackal without a clear present request, within a millisecond he'll jump in.

All that has been integrated into NVC has been known for centuries about consciousness, language, communication skills, and use of power that enable us to maintain a perspective of empathy for ourselves and others, even under trying conditions.

NVC is founded on language and communication skills that strengthen our ability to remain human, even under trying conditions.

Empathy gives you the ability to enjoy another person's pain.

NO is always a YES to something else.

Intellectual understanding blocks empathy.