Nonviolent communication NVC

Question 1

Non-violent communication - 1. make observations not evaluations

Answer 1

Limit descriptions to what can be perceived with five senses
I went to the gym one time last week versus I failed to exercise last week
O for observatioins

Question 2

Nonviolent communication 2 .Express feelings not thoughts

Answer 2

Statements like I feel useless I feel in adequate or not expressions of feelings

F for feelings

Question 3

Nonviolent communication 3. Identify needs not strategies

Answer 3

Needs are more than things we can’t live without they represent our values wants desires and preferences for a happier and more meaningful experience as human.

N for Needs

Question 4

Nonviolent communication 4. Make a requests not demands

Answer 4

Once you become clear about feelings and needs it’s time to confirm an action use request like “would you be willing to tell me what you’ve heard me say”

R for requests

Question 5

Non Violent communication ( OFNR)

Answer 5

Observation
Feelings
Needs/values
Request