10/27/08

NVC Conference, Eugene, OR

In Eugene Oregone this weekend, we witnessed Marshall Rosenberg, in person, speak about his revolutionary communication techniques that have now been spread around the world through individuals focused on peace and resolution. Take a look at Marshall and his beliefs:


As Marshall spoke at various lectures, his words sunk into my soul as if I could really see how his thought process could change the world.

On talking about Needs, Requests and Demands...
when you hear a “no” then what they probably heard was a demand. If there is a following punishment, then it was said as a demand. If we speak a demand we threaten a personal need.
We all have basic needs in life, such as sustenance, autonomy, air, food, empathy & love.

Needs are the most difficult for me to nail down. Here is the list at cnvc.org to get you started.