This objective of getting what we want from other people-or getting them to do what we want them to do-threatens the autonomy of people, their right to choose what they want to do. And whenever people feel that they're not free to choose what they want to do, they are likely to resist, even if they see the purpose in what we are asking and would ordinarily want to do it.
Marshall B. RosenbergWhile we may not consider the way we talk to be 'violent,' our words often lead to hurt and pain, whether for others or for ourselves.
Marshall B. RosenbergEvery criticism, judgment, diagnosis, and expression of anger is the tragic expression of an unmet need.
Marshall B. RosenbergThe most dangerous of all behaviors may consist of doing things 'because we're supposed to.
Marshall B. RosenbergThis objective of getting what we want from other people-or getting them to do what we want them to do-threatens the autonomy of people, their right to choose what they want to do. And whenever people feel that they're not free to choose what they want to do, they are likely to resist, even if they see the purpose in what we are asking and would ordinarily want to do it.
Marshall B. Rosenberg