My Current Progress Flashcards
What is Nonviolent Communication (NVC)?
NVC is a way of communicating that leads us to give from the heart.
What are the four components of NVC?
The four components of NVC are observations, feelings, needs, and requests.
How does NVC focus attention?
NVC helps us perceive relationships differently by hearing our own deeper needs and those of others.
What are the two parts of NVC?
The two parts of NVC are expressing honestly through the four components and receiving empathically through the four components.
How can NVC be applied in our lives and the world?
NVC can be applied in various situations to improve communication and understanding.
What are some ways of communicating that block compassion?
Moralistic judgments, making comparisons, and denial of responsibility are examples of communication that blocks compassion.
What is the highest form of human intelligence according to NVC?
Observing without evaluating is considered the highest form of human intelligence in NVC.
How can observations be distinguished from evaluations?
Observations are specific to time and context, whereas evaluations involve judgments or interpretations.
What are some examples of feelings when our needs are being met?
Examples of feelings when our needs are being met include happy, excited, delighted, glad, and cheerful.
How can we take responsibility for our feelings?
We can take responsibility for our feelings by acknowledging our needs and how they relate to our emotions.
What are the four options for receiving negative messages according to NVC?
The four options are blaming ourselves, blaming others, sensing our own feelings and needs, and sensing others’ feelings and needs.
What are some basic human needs according to NVC?
Basic human needs include autonomy, celebration, integrity, interdependence, play, spiritual communion, and physical nurturance.
What are the concrete actions we observe in NVC?
Concrete actions observed in NVC are those that affect our well-being.
How does NVC suggest we express ourselves?
NVC suggests expressing honestly through observations, feelings, needs, and requests.
How does NVC recommend receiving communication empathically?
NVC recommends receiving communication empathically by understanding the other person’s observations, feelings, needs, and requests.
What is the purpose of making observations without evaluation?
Making observations without evaluation helps avoid criticism and fosters understanding.
How can NVC improve relationships?
NVC can improve relationships by promoting honest and empathetic communication.
What are the consequences of unexpressed feelings according to NVC?
Unexpressed feelings can lead to unresolved conflicts and hinder effective communication.
What is the role of language in NVC?
Language in NVC helps express observations, feelings, needs, and requests clearly and compassionately.
How can NVC help in conflict resolution?
NVC provides a framework for expressing and understanding emotions and needs, facilitating conflict resolution.
How does NVC view moralistic judgments?
NVC views moralistic judgments as expressions of unmet needs and values, which can lead to alienation and conflict.
What are some examples of life-alienating communication?
Life-alienating communication includes thinking in terms of who deserves what and making people do things.
How can NVC help in expressing vulnerability?
NVC encourages expressing vulnerability as a way to resolve conflicts and deepen connections.
What are some examples of feelings when our needs are not being met?
Examples of feelings when our needs are not being met include sad, worried, anxious, upset, and angry.
