Ian Peatey and Monica Reu explore why caring for ourselves is essential to being present, grounded, and connected as parents. They discuss how self-empathy and small, everyday acts of self-care can increase our capacity to empathize with our children, respond consciously, and move beyond habitual...

How much empathy is enough in a group setting? In this practical teaching, Mary Mackenzie explores how brief, intentional moments of empathy can strengthen trust, connection, and group cohesion without slowing the learning process. Drawing on Marshall Rosenberg's guidance, this teaching offers a ...

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Using the metaphor of two resonating cellos, Sarah Peyton explores how humans naturally attune to one another through empathy and emotional resonance. She explains how Nonviolent Communication fosters this resonance, allowing people to feel seen, understood...

Iris Bawidamann shares Robert Gonzales' model of the unfolding of essence. His model shows how universal human needs can serve as a gateway to deeper levels of consciousness. Beginning with needs and values, Robert's model invites us to connect with the longings of the heart, the qualities of bei...

Miki Kashtan, Certified NVC Trainer: Miki Kashtan explains has developed a path to teaching NVC without relying on OFNR: Principle-based Teaching.

In this conversation, a couple explores the challenges that arise when one partner is seeking empathy while expressing difficult experiences related to gender, socialization, and classroom dynamics. The dialogue highlights how easily conversations can shift from one partner’s need for understandi...

In this clip, the Aya Caspi challenges the common idea of “say sorry and move on” or “forgive and forget,” suggesting that these shortcuts often don’t lead to real healing. Instead, forgiveness is described as a by-product of a deeper repair process that acknowledges impact, takes responsibility,...

Alan Rafael Seid reflects on his first encounter with Dr. Marshall Rosenberg in 1995 and how his work profoundly shaped his understanding of Nonviolent Communication. Alan describes learning from him more deeply through direct experience in Colombia, where he witnessed his approach applied across...

In this foundational teaching, Alan Rafael Seid explores the purpose of Nonviolent Communication: creating the quality of connection in which people naturally want to contribute to one another’s well-being. Using relatable examples, he contrasts the experience of disconnection with the ease and g...

In this short embodied practice, Mina Mo draws inspiration from nature—especially wind and trees—as metaphors for how we meet life’s unwelcome moments. Through gentle movement and a traditional mudra sequence, participants are invited to open to life as it is, welcome both what they like and don’...

Alan Rafael Seid explores the principle of connection before solution, emphasizing the importance of understanding each other's needs before jumping to fix a problem.

This teaching is part of the course NVC for Beginners: Resolving Conflict. The full course is available for purchase as a downloa...

What do we really mean when we talk about judgment? In this thoughtful exploration, Aya Caspi examines how judgment shapes the way we interpret ourselves, others, and the world around us. Drawing from Nonviolent Communication and spiritual practice, she unpacks the many forms judgment can take — ...

Yoram Mosenzon, Certified NVC Trainer

How do you solve a conflict? By not trying to solve it! Yoram suggests building your conflict resolution muscles by practicing connecting to the needs behind the conflict instead. Check out this excerpt from Session 1 of his 2021 course, Connecting in Confli...

Roxy Manning, Certified NVC Trainer: Fear and self-doubt often hold us back from taking action, but Roxy Manning urges us to confront these barriers, prepare for challenges, and build strong support systems. Social change is tough, and frustration is inevitable, but by embracing our humanity and ...

Oren Jay Sofer explores how to respond with empathy when someone says something intrusive, inappropriate, or uncomfortable. Through an NVC lens, it highlights the balance between offering generosity and understanding another person’s intention while still honoring personal boundaries, emotional s...

Oren Jay Sofer explores how to respond when someone directs anger or blame toward you, especially when their accusations feel inaccurate or unfair. Through an NVC lens, the Oren emphasizes balancing self-respect, honesty, empathy, and clarity about your purpose in the conversation. Viewers learn ...

Oren Jay Sofer explores core Nonviolent Communication listening skills, including how to stay grounded, listen with the intention to understand, and express oneself clearly without blame. He highlights how presence, empathy, and nervous system awareness can help create more space for mutual under...

Mary Mackenzie, Certified NVC Trainer

What drew you to Nonviolent Communication? In this touching reflection, Mary Mackenzie shares the moment that first lit her up with hope. In her very first class, she was asked to reflect on what she truly wanted in life—and realized there was a growing gap ...

Duke Duchscherer, Certified NVC Trainer: Duke Duchscherer shares that Restorative Circles have the ability to transform relationships. Groups may start with feelings of worry, anxiety, fear, anger, and even hatred. The dialogue process supports a shift to more ease, connection, and trust.

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Oren Jay Sofer, Certified NVC Trainer: Oren J. Sofer offers an NVC approach to navigating tough moments—balancing honest self-expression with deep listening. Discover how centering yourself, naming your intentions, and hearing the other person first can create the understanding needed for true co...

Yvette Erasmus, NVC Trainer:

Just as setting boundaries is beneficial to relationships, NOT setting boundaries can come at a big cost. Listen to Yvette Erasmus share her experience with boundary setting, including:

- What are the costs to setting boundaries?
- What are the benefits?
- Wh...

Mary Mackenzie, Certified NVC Trainer: Mary Mackenzie explores empathy as a form of presence—truly understanding someone else's world without imposing our own perspective. Using Nonviolent Communication (NVC), she shows a simple yet profound process for expressing that we have genuinely heard ano...

Duke Duchscherer, Certified NVC Trainer: Duke Duchscherer shares that community well-being is created by the relationships that exist within the community. He discerns two vital components: bonding connections within similar groups and bridging connections between different groups. This interplay...

Yvette Erasmus, NVC Trainer:

Yvette Erasmus shares that we can translate or shift how we hear right and wrong language. We can use the cue - What is needed? I wonder what they are needing? This helps direct my attention to more relationality.

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- language of life
- needs
- consc...