56 pages 1 hour read

Marshall B. Rosenberg

Nonviolent Communication: A Language of Life

Nonfiction | Reference/Text Book | Adult | Published in 1999

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Nonviolent Communication: A Language of Life by Marshall B. Rosenberg emphasizes compassion and empathy in human interactions. Rosenberg introduces Nonviolent Communication (NVC), which focuses on recognizing and expressing needs and feelings to foster connections. It avoids judgment, blame, and life-alienating communication. NVC encourages clear requests, empathetic listening, and self-compassion, aiming to improve relationships and understanding.

Reviews & Readership

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Nonviolent Communication by Marshall B. Rosenberg is praised for its practical approach to fostering empathy and understanding in interactions. Readers commend its clear framework for improving communication and relationships. Some, however, find its concepts idealistic and challenging to implement consistently. Overall, it offers valuable insights into compassionate dialogue.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Nonviolent Communication?

A reader who would enjoy Nonviolent Communication by Marshall B. Rosenberg is someone interested in personal growth, empathetic communication, and conflict resolution. Comparable to fans of Stephen R. Covey's The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People and Daniel Goleman's Emotional Intelligence.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Topics

Psychology

Relationships

Parenting

Genre

Self Help

Psychology

Themes

Emotions/Behavior: Conflict

Emotions/Behavior: Hate & Anger

Emotions/Behavior: Joy