Nonviolent communication : a language of life

Rosenberg, Marshall B. 1934-2015 (Author).

Summary: An enlightening look at how peaceful communication can create compassionate connections with family, friends, and other acquaintances, the author uses stories, examples, and sample dialogues to provide solutions to communication problems both at home and in the workplace. Identifying and articulating feelings and needs, expressing anger fully, and exploring the power of empathy in order to speak honestly without creating hostility, break patterns of thinking that lead to anger and depression, and communicate compassionately. Included in the new edition is a chapter on conflict resolution and mediation.

Record details

ISBN: 9781892005281
ISBN: 9781892005281 (pbk.)
ISBN: 189200528X (pbk.)
ISBN: 9781892005281 (trade paper : alk. paper)
ISBN: 189200528X (trade paper : alk. paper)
ISBN: 9781892005281
ISBN: 189200528X
Physical Description: print
xix, 244 pages ; 23 cm
Edition: 3rd edition
Publisher: Encinitas, CA : PuddleDancer Press, [2015]

Content descriptions

General Note:	Previous (2nd ed.) published: Encinitas, Calif. : PuddleDancer Press, c2003
Bibliography, etc. Note:	Includes bibliographical references (pages 220-222) and index.
Formatted Contents Note:	Giving from the heart -- Communication that blocks compassion -- Observing without evaluating -- Identifying and expressing feelings -- Taking responsibility for our feelings -- Requesting that which would enrich life -- Receiving empathically -- The power of empathy -- Connecting compassionately with ourselves -- Expressing anger fully -- Conflict resolution and mediation -- The protective use of force -- Liberating ourselves and counseling others -- Expressing appreciation in nonviolent communication.