We are never angry because of what others say or do. It is our thinking that makes us angry.
Marshall B. RosenbergConventional 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.
Marshall B. RosenbergThe key to fostering connection in the face of a 'no' is always hearing 'yes' to something else.
Marshall B. RosenbergSocial change involves helping people see new options for making life wonderful that are less costly to get needs met.
Marshall B. RosenbergNVC is language, thoughts, communication skills and means of influence that serve my desire to do three things: 1) to liberate myself from cultural learning that is in conflict with how I want to live my life. 2) to empower myself to connect with myself and others in a way that makes compassionate giving natural. 3) to empower myself to create structures that support compassionate giving.
Marshall B. Rosenberg