Intellectual understanding blocks empathy.

NVC gives us tools and understanding to create a more peaceful state of mind.

Behind intimidating messages are simply people appealing to us to meet their needs.

Everything we do is in service of our needs. When this one concept is applied to our view of others, we'll see that we have no real enemies, that what others do to us is the best possible thing they know to do to get their needs met.

I don't think you can have an authentic connection when one person is diagnosing the other.

NVC is a reminder; to focus our attention where we are most likely to get our needs met.

Two things distinguish nonviolent actions from violent actions. First, you don't see an enemy and second, your intention is not to make the other side suffer.