When we are depressed, our thinking blocks us from being aware of our needs, and then being able to take action to meet our needs.

Analyses of others are actually expressions of our own needs and values

Empathizing with someone's 'no' protects us from taking it personally.

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

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.

When our communication supports compassionate giving and receiving, happiness replaces violence and grieving.

My anger tells me firstly that there's a need of mine that's not getting met.