Nonviolent Communication (or NVC) was developed by Marshall Rosenberg (1934–2015), an American clinical psychologist. Many people think of NVC as nothing more than a toolbox for effective communication, typically between two individuals, which it certainly is. But since language is so fundamental to human behavior, NVC functions at some of the deepest levels of our being. In addition, it comes with a deep and incisive analysis of domination systems. In both respects, NVC has true revolutionary potential.
Introductory
Marshall Rosenberg. Nonviolent Communication: A Language of Life (Third Edition). Encinitas, CA: PuddleDancer, 2015.
Marshall B. Rosenberg. Speak Peace in a World of Conflict: What You Say Next Will Change Your World. Encinitas, CA: PuddleDancer, 2005.
Marshall B. Rosenberg. Living Nonviolent Communication: Practical Tools to Connect and Communicate Skillfully in Every Situation. Boulder, CO: Sounds True, 2012.
Lucy Leu. Nonviolent Communication Companion Workbook (Second Edition). Encinitas, CA: PuddleDancer, 2015.
Liv Larsson and Katarina Hoffmann. Cracking the Communication Code: Nonviolent Communication by 42 Key Distinctions. Svensbyn, Sweden: Friare Liv, 2011.
Liv Larsson. Anger, Guilt & Shame: Reclaiming Power and Choice. Svensbyn, Sweden: Friare Liv, 2011.
Liv Larsson. A Helping Hand: Mediation with Nonviolent Communication. Svensbyn, Sweden: Friare Liv, 2010.
Advanced
Raj Gill et al. NVC Toolkit for Facilitators. Charleston, SC: BookSurge, 2009.
Jim Manske. Pathways to Nonviolent Communication: A Tool for Navigating Your Journey. Encinitas, CA: PuddleDancer, 2021.
Eddie Zacapa. Principles and Practices of Nonviolence: 30 Meditations for Practicing Compassion. San Jose, CA: Life Enriching Books, 2020.
Eddie Zacapa. Essentials for Cultivating Passionate Volunteers and Leaders: Guidelines for Organizations that Value Connection. San Jose, CA: Life Enriching Books, 2018.
Miki Kashtan. The Little Book of Courageous Living. Oakland, CA: Fearless Heart, 2013.
Miki Kashtan. Spinning Threads of Radical Aliveness: Transcending the Legacy of Separation in Our Individual Lives. Oakland, CA: Fearless Heart, 2014.
Miki Kashtan. Reweaving Our Human Fabric: Working Together to Create a Nonviolent Future. Oakland, CA: Fearless Heart, 2014.
Oren Jay Sofer. Say What You Mean: A Mindful Approach to Nonviolent Communication. Boulder, CO: Shambhala, 2018.
John Kinyon and Ike Laster. From Conflict to Connection: Transforming Difficult Conversations into Peaceful Resolutions. El Sobrante, CA: Global Reach Books, 2015.
Liv Larsson. Human Connection at Work: How to Use the Principles of Nonviolent Communication in a Professional Way. Svensbyn, Sweden: Friare Liv, 2017.
Kelly Bryson. Don’t be Nice, Be Real: Balancing Passion for Self with Compassion for Others. Santa Rosa, CA: Elite Books, 2010
Ike Lasater and John Kinyon. Choosing Peace: New Ways to Communicate to Reduce Stress, Create Connection, and Resolve Conflict. Amherst, MA: Mediate Your Life, 2014.
Jane Marantz Connor and Diane Killian. Connecting Across Differences: Finding Common Ground with Anyone, Anywhere, Anytime. (Second Edition). Encinitas, CA: PuddleDancer, 2012.
Ike Lasater. Collaborating in the Workplace: A Guide to Building Better Teams. Encinitas, CA: PuddleDancer, 2019.
Thomas D’Ansembourg. Being Genuine: Stop Being Nice, Start Being Real. Encinitas, CA: PuddleDancer, 2007.
Kathleen Macferran and Jared Finkelstein. Choice: A Field Guide for Navigating the Polarization of Our World and Living Interdependently. Sequim, WA: Artisan, 2020.
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