Connection Before Solution: Building Stronger Relationships
NVC Basics
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2m 56s
Alan Rafael Seid, Certified NVC trainer:
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. He explains how rushing to solutions can lead to resentment, resistance, or ineffective outcomes, while slowing down to create mutual understanding builds trust and leads to more durable resolutions.
Alan highlights the deeper level of connection where people not only feel heard but also trust that their needs matter to one another. By prioritizing connection first, strategies become more collaborative, effective, and sustainable—whether in families, workplaces, or any relationship.
Keywords:
Alan Rafael Seid
NVC fundamentals
connection
trust
relationships
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