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ABOUT NVC

Transforming the Way You Connect

Communication is at the heart of every relationship. Yet, in moments of stress or disagreement, few of us were ever taught how to communicate in ways that foster connection rather than conflict.

Learning NVC is a game-changer. It offers practical skills for expressing yourself honestly, listening with empathy, and building stronger, more harmonious relationships — even in challenging situations.

What is NVC?

Nonviolent Communication (NVC) — also known as Compassionate Communication — is a powerful, evidence-based framework designed to move conversations beyond blame, criticism, and defensiveness.

Developed in the 1960s by author and international peacemaker Dr. Marshall Rosenberg (1934-2015), NVC is now practiced in over 65 countries worldwide. It’s designed to improve connection on three interconnected levels:

  1. Within ourselves

  2. Between individuals

  3. Across groups and social systems.

"NVC reminds us what we already instinctively know—that authentically connecting with other human beings is what makes life worthwhile."

— Dr. Marshall Rosenberg, Ph.D., Founder of NVC

Why NVC Matters

At its core, NVC is built on the belief that humans are naturally inclined toward collaboration, care, and enriching the well-being of others and the planet.

Yet despite this, we often cause harm, both to ourselves and others.

Marshall Rosenberg believed this harm stems from cultural conditioning, where we’ve learned to:

  • Diagnose and label others

  • Blame or shame

  • Deny personal responsibility

  • Motivate through punishment and reward

These habits (deeply ingrained in many of us) create disconnection, conflict, and suffering.

NVC offers a mindset shift that invites connection first & solutions second

Why NVC Works

Ever wished you could express yourself without causing conflict — or respond calmly when tension rises?

NVC provides practical tools to help you:

  • De-escalate conflict and restore connection

  • Express thoughts and feelings with clarity

  • Build stronger, more trusting relationships

  • Develop greater self-awareness and resilience

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The 4 Key Ingredients

NVC helps us meet our needs with empathy, clarity, and empowerment using four key components:

  1. Observations — Describing what you see or hear without judgment or interpretation.

  2. Feelings — Identifying emotions without blame or projection.

  3. Needs — Recognising the universal human needs behind our emotions.

  4. Requests — Making clear, actionable requests that foster collaboration.

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“Nonviolence is not a passive approach. It is a courageous way of living — where we speak honestly and openly about our feelings & needs, while remaining open to the feelings & needs of others.”

— Dr. Marshall Rosenberg

Core Concepts of NVC

  • All human actions are attempts to meet needs. Recognising these needs helps us respond with empathy instead of judgment.

  • Before jumping to solutions, NVC invites us to focus on connection first. Creative solutions naturally follow.

  • We’re wired to care for others; empathy nurtures this instinct, while blame and punishment suppress it.

  • Our well-being is deeply connected to the well-being of others. Recognising this encourages compassion and cooperation.

  • Rather than labelling actions as “good” or “bad,” NVC invites us to ask: Does this align with my values? This shift reduces blame and opens space for understanding.

  • NVC distinguishes between using force to protect and using force to punish. Protection aims to prevent harm without retribution, focusing instead on education and restoration.

How NVC Can Help You

FOR COUPLES

Break free from cycles of blame and reactivity. Build deeper trust and connection.

FOR INDIVIDUALS

Manage conflict calmly, improve self-awareness, and find emotional balance.

FOR PROFESSIONALS

Transform tension into collaboration with clear, constructive communication.

FOR PARENTS

Foster stronger, more compassionate connections with your children.

“Our survival as a species depends on our ability to recognise that our well-being, and the well-being of others, are in fact one and the same.”

— Dr. Marshall Rosenberg
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If you’re ready to create more meaningful connections, I’d love to support you. Whether through joining an NVC workshop, a 1:1 coaching session, or simply exploring NVC further — there’s a path for you.