Posted inSkill
Connection Quote
Our words are windows, or they’re walls - Marshall B. Rosenberg
Every single thing we say either builds a bridge of understanding or puts up a barrier. There is no neutral ground.
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Communication Quote
The purpose of Nonviolent Communication is to remind us what we already know—how to connect with ourselves and others in a way that allows our natural compassion to flourish - Marshall B. Rosenberg
At its heart, this quote means that compassionate connection isn't a skill we lack, but a natural ability we've forgotten. NVC just clears away the clutter.
Posted inRelationship
Connection Quote
When we meet others with empathy, we transcend our judgments and discover connection - Marshall B. Rosenberg
At its core, this quote is about the radical power of empathy to dissolve the barriers we build with our judgments and unlock genuine human connection.
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Quotes about connection
Empathy is a respectful understanding of what others are experiencing - Marshall B. Rosenberg
At its heart, this quote means that real empathy is an act of focused, non-judgmental attention. It's about understanding another person's reality from their perspective and holding that understanding with respect.
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Quotes about connection principles
We can only make requests, not demands, if our goal is to connect rather than to control - Marshall B. Rosenberg
At its heart, this is about the fundamental choice we face in every interaction: are we trying to connect with the other person's humanity, or are we trying to control the outcome?
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Quotes about connection principles
The objective of Nonviolent Communication is not to change people and their behavior to get our way; it is to establish relationships based on honesty and empathy - Marshall B. Rosenberg
At its heart, this quote means that the real goal of NVC is connection, not correction. It's about creating a quality of relationship where honesty and empathy can flourish naturally.
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Connection Quote
When we hear the needs of others, we recognize our common humanity - Marshall B. Rosenberg
At its core, this quote means that listening for the universal human need behind someone's words is what bridges the gap between "you" and "me" and creates a "we."
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Connection Quote
Empathic connection helps us stay human, even under trying circumstances - Marshall B. Rosenberg
At its core, this quote means that our capacity for empathy is the anchor that keeps us from losing our essential humanity, our compassion, and our connection to others, no matter how stressful or dehumanizing the situation becomes.