What is Nonviolent Communication (NVC)?
Nonviolent Communication (NVC), developed by Marshall B. Rosenberg, is a communication approach that promotes authentic, respectful and harmonious relationships. It is based on attentive listening to oneself and others, as well as the clear expression of one's needs and emotions.
Its aim is to create a climate of mutual understanding, avoiding judgments, reproaches or unnecessary conflicts.
The Four Steps of NVC : NVC is structured around four simple but powerful steps:
Observation: Describe the facts objectively, without judgment or interpretation.
Feelings: Identify and express your emotions in the face of these facts.
Needs: Recognize the needs that drive emotions.
Request: Formulate a clear and actionable request to meet these needs.
Why practice NVC?
In our daily lives, misunderstandings, frustrations or conflicts can easily arise. NVC offers a concrete method to transform these situations into opportunities for dialogue and connection. It teaches us to better understand our own needs while remaining open to those of others, thus allowing us to build healthier and more fulfilling relationships.
The benefits of NVC:
Strengthen the quality of personal and professional relationships.
Develop empathetic and authentic communication.
Reduce tensions and prevent conflicts.
Promote a better understanding of oneself and others.
Cultivate a climate of trust and mutual respect.
NVC, a universal tool
Accessible to all, NVC can be practiced in all contexts: in the family, at work, as a couple or in any relational situation. It invites us to transform our daily interactions into opportunities for cooperation and harmony.
