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NVC Resources on Vulnerability

Living the Fullness of Life (9 Session Course)

Living the Fullness of Life (9 Session Course)

Living the Fullness of Life (9 Session Course)

with Robert Gonzales

Video • 14-18 hours •

Video
14-18 hours

How do we live each and every day from the “living energy of needs” – with the unimpeded fullness of life’s energies flowing through us, regardless of the conflicts or life circumstances we may be experiencing? Through developing deep self-compassion. How can we experience our inner world from a place of utter and total compassion? When we practice compassionate self-care, we create an inner...

Feast for the Soul: Awakening

Feast for the Soul: Awakening

Feast for the Soul: Awakening

with Kathy Ziola

Audio • 53 minutes •

Audio
53 minutes

From the depths of internal winter to the melting open in the warm sunshine of spring to rest in the ocean of Spirit, this poetry is a journey of discovering deep Presence through the human experiences so many of us share.

Feeling Awareness

Feeling Awareness

Feeling Awareness

with Jim & Jori Manske

Audio • 44 minutes •

Audio
44 minutes

In this intriguing audio, Jim and Jori Manske create a framework for growing your feeling awareness, and offer daily practices for working with your feelings.

Feedback without Criticism (5 Session Course)

Feedback without Criticism (5 Session Course)

Feedback without Criticism (5 Session Course)

with Miki Kashtan

Audio • 8 - 11 hours •

Audio
8 - 11 hours

This 5-session telecourse recording is designed to support you in learning what makes giving and receiving feedback challenging and how you can turn these experiences into opportunities for learning, connection, and effective functioning.

Healing and Reconciliation (7 Session Course)

Healing and Reconciliation (7 Session Course)

Healing and Reconciliation (7 Session Course)

with Ike Lasater and John Kinyon

Audio • 7 - 9 hours •

Audio
7 - 9 hours

Old emotional hurts and pains can easily erupt when you’re in the throes of conflict – even if you’re the mediator. Wouldn’t it be lovely if you could avoid all of that, and instead create more peace and happiness for yourself, your family, your co-workers and your community?

All in: Committing to a Life of Nonviolence (7 Session Course)

All in: Committing to a Life of Nonviolence (7 Session Course)

All in: Committing to a Life of Nonviolence (7 Session Course)

with Miki Kashtan

Audio • 6 - 8 hours •

Audio
6 - 8 hours

How can we live life fully connected to the core values of nonviolence, no matter the circumstances, internal or external? Join Miki Kashtan as she shares the 17 core commitments that have served as a compass for herself and hundreds of others around the world as well.

Getting Past Our Judgments

Getting Past Our Judgments

Getting Past Our Judgments

with Mary Mackenzie

Trainer Tip • 1 - 2 minutes •

Trainer Tip
1 - 2 minutes

Trainer Tip: Using NVC as a tool to transform our judgments can revolutionize our perceptions and relationships.

Connecting to Humanity

Connecting to Humanity

Connecting to Humanity

with Mary Mackenzie

Trainer Tip • 1 - 2 minutes •

Trainer Tip
1 - 2 minutes

Trainer Tip: The next time you are in conflict and catch yourself thinking that the other person doesn’t care about the same things you do, consider what needs she may be trying to meet with her actions. You may be surprised to find that both of you choose different strategies to meet the same needs.

Truth as an Act of Love

Truth as an Act of Love

Truth as an Act of Love

with Kelly Bryson

Audio • 2 hours, 14 minutes •

Audio
2 hours, 14 minutes

Speaking the truth creates congruence, which creates trust, facilitating understanding and cooperation. Without truth there is no growth in our relationships and community. If this is true, then what keeps us from speaking our truth?

Interventions For Anger

Interventions For Anger

Interventions For Anger

with LaShelle Lowe-Chardé

Practice Exercise • 3-5 minutes •

Practice Exercise
3-5 minutes

Anger is a sign that you're resisting what's happening because you perceive an overwhelming threat, not trusting yourself to handle what's happening directly. Vulnerable feelings under anger are usually fear, hurt, or grief. Experiencing and expressing these feelings and connecting them to your needs, gives you access to more skill, insight, compassion, and wisdom. Read on for 3 questions to...

Finding Our True Self

Finding Our True Self

Finding Our True Self

with Mary Mackenzie

Trainer Tip • 1-2 minutes •

Trainer Tip
1-2 minutes

Trainer Tip: Accepting our true feelings, needs and values can lead us to a more compassionate life. Are you being true to yourself?

Feelings, the Second Component of Compassionate Communication

Feelings, the Second Component of Compassionate Communication

Feelings, the Second Component of Compassionate Communication

with Mary Mackenzie

Trainer Tip • 1 - 2 minutes •

Trainer Tip
1 - 2 minutes

Trainer Tip: Take a moment to consider feelings, our conditioning about expressing or even feeling emotion, and the value of re-evaluating our relationship to feelings.

Mourning Our Disappointments

Mourning Our Disappointments

Mourning Our Disappointments

with Mary Mackenzie

Trainer Tip • 1 - 2 minutes •

Trainer Tip
1 - 2 minutes

Trainer Tip: Taking time to mourn our regrets and unmet needs can lead to a deeper self-connection and feelings of peace.

Teaching People to Love Us in Ways We Enjoy

Teaching People to Love Us in Ways We Enjoy

Teaching People to Love Us in Ways We Enjoy

with Mary Mackenzie

Trainer Tip • 1 - 2 minutes •

Trainer Tip
1 - 2 minutes

Trainer Tip: Q: How do we get the love we want? A: Ask for it.

Connecting to Self

Connecting to Self

Connecting to Self

with Mary Mackenzie

Trainer Tip • 1 - 2 minutes •

Trainer Tip
1 - 2 minutes

Trainer Tip: Q: How do we get the love we want? A: Ask for it.

Idiomatic vs. Formal Compassionate Communication

Idiomatic vs. Formal Compassionate Communication

Idiomatic vs. Formal Compassionate Communication

with Mary Mackenzie

Trainer Tip • 1 - 2 minutes •

Trainer Tip
1 - 2 minutes

Trainer Tip: When do we move from using the formal 4-step process of NVC to a more idiomatic, natural-sounding expression? Whenever we're ready!

Speaking Up Is an Expression of Love

Speaking Up Is an Expression of Love

Speaking Up Is an Expression of Love

with Mary Mackenzie

Trainer Tip • 1 - 2 minutes •

Trainer Tip
1 - 2 minutes

Trainer Tip: Q: How do we get the love we want? A: Ask for it.

Getting Out of Ourselves

Getting Out of Ourselves

Getting Out of Ourselves

with Mary Mackenzie

Trainer Tip • 1 - 2 minutes •

Trainer Tip
1 - 2 minutes

Trainer Tip: NVC asks us to be aware of our needs and discomfort is evidence of an unment need. However focusing on ourselves when we're uncomfortable isn't always the best choice.

Using Anger as a Beacon

Using Anger as a Beacon

Using Anger as a Beacon

with Mary Mackenzie

Trainer Tip • 1 - 2 minutes •

Trainer Tip
1 - 2 minutes

Trainer Tip: Anger is a prominent call to gain our attention. Mary explains why it's worth heeding that call.

Bringing the Topic of a Conversation Back to Your Needs

Bringing the Topic of a Conversation Back to Your Needs

Bringing the Topic of a Conversation Back to Your Needs

with Mary Mackenzie

Trainer Tip • 1 - 2 minutes •

Trainer Tip
1 - 2 minutes

Trainer Tip: Sometimes the best way to get our need me is to first connect with the needs of another.

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