Behind every action, however ineffective, tragic, violent, or abhorrent to us, is an attempt to meet a need. Marshall Rosenberg Meeting needs – Self Acceptance Most lists of needs include Self … [Read more...]
Maria Arpa tells the “Guardian” about the work she has been completing in Dartmoor Prison
"At Dartmoor prison, inmates are being trained in mediation – a scheme experts hope will tackle the nationwide surge in violence" Last year, this category C men’s prison began working … [Read more...]
NVC UK Trainer Gathering: A Newcomer’s Perspective
My first experiences of an annual gathering An inspiring constellation of Certified Trainers, independent trainers and sharers of NVC in the UK gathered together on the 9-12 Nov 2017 in … [Read more...]
Bringing NVC consciousness to coping when your loved one is ill
An unexpected birthday ‘present’ In March this year we celebrated my husband Steve's 59th birthday... in an isolation room at Cardiff hospital. He had not been out of that room for 10 days having … [Read more...]
How to Say “No” When You Care!
Sarah Sims Williams shares how NVC supports her in saying no with care. Do you find it difficult to say "no" to a request from someone you care for? Do you ever wish they hadn't asked? Saying no … [Read more...]
5 ways of responding with empathy and empowerment to Brexit
How are you feeling about the outcome of the referendum? Fear, celebration, disbelief, shock, relief, anger and concern are some of the feelings I’ve heard over the last few days together with a … [Read more...]
The ‘stuff’ of life: Sharing the Essence of Nonviolent Communication (NVC)
When it all boils down to it what is the ‘stuff’ of life? What really matters to us as human beings? What makes us tick? Perhaps having a chronic illness brings one face to face with these … [Read more...]
Being in touch with your needs can become a prayer for all beings
“The Kabbalists knew what influence one individual’s intention could have on the world. This is why they teach that when you pray, you should not pray for yourself alone. You should pray with the … [Read more...]