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Nonviolent Communication Part 2: Needs-Based Speaking With Self And Others
With Hans van Veen
‘Nonviolent Communication’ is the intention of seeing humanity in each other. *** Immerse yourself in the techniques and consciousness of connecting deeper within, and to others, with the mindful communication approach called ‘Nonviolent Communication’ (NVC). This, course 2, will let you dive deeper and get to know how working with Needs leads to more understanding and compassion. I call NVC 'mindful communication', because this approach offers a conscious and helpful way of relating to our thoughts, feelings and needs in a way that creates both meta-awareness and Metta--as in loving kindness, for yourself and for others. NVC, at the surface, is a range of conversational techniques that are an expression of its deeper being: a compassionate nondual quality of awareness. In these courses, you will get to taste this awareness and see it in action in several domains such as listening, dealing with anger, enemy images, judgment-free relating, and much more. You'll get to practice the clarity that discerns strategies from needs, thoughts from feelings, demands from requests and observations from interpretations. And you'll see how this clarity can untangle and help dissolve our habitual split-second reactivities. *** Some notes: > This course is part of a series of 6 courses on NVC, that can either be taken separately or in conjunction, although of course taking all 6 courses will give you a more complete picture of the material. > The ‘totality’ of NVC is a rich and living bouquet of ever-evolving practices, topics and insights, and these courses are not meant to convey that totality (nor could they); rather, I share here my deepest insights, coolest learnings and most useful practical tips. I dearly hope you find benefit in it and enjoy the course(s)! image: Getty
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Recent Reviews
Catherine
February 5, 2026
Thank you 🙏🏻 I look forward to the next course.
Linda
November 5, 2025
Hans, I appreciate these classes. It occurs to me that much of my life has been filled with power-over dynamics. I've been learning new ways of thinking. I've needed to change my friend groups to make room for more supportive relationships. I'm in better alignment with myself after lots of journaling and alone time. Itctook me a few years of living alone to re-discover my interests. I had unconsciously made a lot of concessions for others. I am becoming more self-compassionate. Thank you for your contributions here.
Laura
September 1, 2025
This is another great course on NVC from Hans. He really explains everything so well, with quotes and examples. It gives me a lot to think about and practice in my daily life. I wish I had all of this wisdom 30 years ago! I highly recommend.
Alice
July 25, 2025
There’s a lot of really good information in this course. A lot to take in. I found it very helpful and listen to it again. It’s one of those courses the more I listen to it the more I learn. 🌙⭐️🌙⭐️🌙
Torie
July 10, 2025
Great informative course
Jennifer
June 17, 2025
Thank you for this helpful dissection of communication. I love your new title of mindful communication. The original title of Non-Violent Communication I found offensive and thus decided years ago to not investigate. Mindful Communication suggests an opening and invitation and better describes what I’d like to achieve. I look forward to taking more of your courses!
Leni
June 2, 2025
I love Hans Van Veen’s Series on NVC. In fact, I find it so valuable that I devote the first half hour or so of my day to listening to his recordings And taking notes. I especially appreciate how clearly he breaks down the concepts and gives examples to illustrate his points. This course is so worthwhile. I am very grateful to have found it! Thank you, Hans!!!!
Juany
March 8, 2025
i need to take this course again...☺️
Cheryl
December 30, 2024
I am loving all this new information, the examples ate helpful and relevant. Thank you
Ellen
September 30, 2024
Practical helpful
🐒Christine
August 5, 2024
Another very clearly explained course , helping me become aware of my own communication style and recognizing the needs of those who I am relating with. Thank you Hans
Marla
April 1, 2024
Thank you so much for these amazing courses. Onto the next one! 🙏🏻🙏🏻✨✨
Heidi
February 24, 2024
Thank you for sharing all that you've learned about NVC. I especially love the examples you include to help illustrate a point. I am soaking it all up. So glad there is another course!
KatieG
February 1, 2024
Another very useful NVC course-I like how the courses are presented in chunks, with space in between to digest the material. Clearly employing the principles will be a lifetime pursuit but worthy of my efforts! Thank you!
Bonne
January 28, 2024
Very good course. I intend to bookmark and listen again.
Adriana
January 28, 2024
Very much needed in this world!
Jule
January 26, 2024
Centering . Concepts I’m familiar with are pulled together in meaningful and useful way, An “aha” experience I hope I will retain. Thank you
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