Non-violent Communication in Communities
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Non-violent Communication in Communities
While we may not consider the way we talk to be “violent,” words often lead to hurt and pain, whether for others or ourselves.
The concept that certain actions merit reward while others merit punishment is also associated with life-alienating communication. This thinking is expressed by the word deserve as in “He deserves to be punished for what he did.”
Next time you feel conflict between your team or with your client, use one of these drawings. Get up and draw!
As the opponent is approaching you, the closer he gets, he expects more and more to encounter another strength coming toward him. When that strength is not there at all, he just collapses. He misses the target, collapses, and his whole force becomes self-defeating. It is like someone trying to fight his hallucinations: as he tries to strike them ha
... See moreWe have to protect ourselves with mindful consumption. Mindful communication is part of this. We can communicate in such a way as to solidify the peace and compassion in ourselves and bring joy to others.