Foundations of Nonviolent Communication

Nonviolent communication is a framework for compassionate, honest, and clear conversation. Sound practice rests on understanding the four components and the principles that hold them together. This foundational course provides that base. By the end of this course you will be able to describe the four components of NVC, recognize how each differs from common alternatives, identify the principles of empathy and self-empathy, and understand the limits and applications of the approach. What you will learn: - The four components: observation, feeling, need, and request - How observation differs from evaluation - How feeling differs from interpretation - How need differs from strategy - How request differs from demand - The principles of empathic listening in NVC - The role of self-empathy and conscious awareness of one's own needs The course uses readings, dialogue examples, and reflection prompts. Each module ends with applied exercises you can use in everyday situations. This course is written for adults who want a structured approach to compassionate communication. By the end you will have replaced vague intentions to communicate more kindly with a structured framework you can practice in everyday life.