The only time a message (label) can scare us is if we think there is such a thing, and that such a thing is a disgrace.

You'll find people less threatening if you hear what they're needing rather than what they're thinking about you.

NVC enhances inner communication by helping us translate negative internal messages into feelings and needs. Our ability to distinguish our own feelings and needs and to empathize with them can free us from depression.

Fear of corporal punishment obscures children's awareness of the compassion underlying the parent's demands.

Use anger as a wake-up call to unmet needs.

We want to take action out of the desire to contribute to life rather than out of fear, guilt, shame, or obligation.

When we judge others we contribute to violence.