Violence in any form is a tragic expression of our unmet needs.

It may be most difficult to empathize with those we are closest to.

When you need empathy, you cannot give empathy.

If we become skilled in giving ourselves empathy, we often experience in just a few seconds a natural release of energy which then enables us to be present with the other person. If this fails to happen, however, we have a couple of other choices.

The most important use of NVC may be in developing self-compassion.

Regardless of our many differences, we all have the same needs. What differs is the strategy for fulfilling these needs.

Getting in touch with unmet needs is important to the healing process.