In this episode I revisit the topic of Non-Violent Communication (NVC) a communication framework developed by Marshall Rosenberg that helps people connect their needs and express them to others. This method of expressing one’s feelings, needs and making requests has been pivotal to my own healing journey as well as a valuable tool for millions of others who desire connection and understand with their loved ones. I’m also drinking some cacao, so bear with my occasional sips and swallows.
Subtopics that arose:
- Introducing Marshall Rosenberg and NVC
- Needs and learning about our needs
- The intention behind expressing our unmet needs
- The desperation in meeting our needs
- Reflecting on attachment and language
Audiobook for NVC:
https://www.audible.ca/pd/Nonviolent-Communication-Audiobook/B072LG72D3?eac_link=T1vwkcQqwZQJ&ref=web_search_eac_asin_1&eac_selected_type=asin&eac_selected=B072LG72D3&qid=Jw2WAcbI2x&eac_id=131-1357949-0759106_Jw2WAcbI2x&sr=1-2
YouTube Video by Marshall Rosenberg:
List of words that express Needs and Feelings:
https://www.changethegameacademy.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/Toolkits/Feelings%20and%20Needs%20inventory%20-%20CNVC.pdf
Song in the intro- “Light of the Mountain” by Brandon Tilt
Huy ch q’u (thank you) to those who support the indigenous communities and actively decolonize their minds and spirits.
Ways to support indigenous communities:
* Recommended Readings:
https://ojibwe.net/resources/
- ”Braiding Sweetgrass” by Robin Wall Kimmerer
- Any books written by an indigenous author about the Indian Act, eg, “First Nations 101” by Lynda Gray
* To learn the unceded land you are on:
* Ask yourself…
Who are the hereditary chiefs or elected council members of that nation?
What language do they speak?
What does this nation represent?
Where does their name come from?
Are these your teachings to share?
* I recommend you find Facebook events which are supporting the nation; there are many, especially around Orange Shirt Day, September 30th.
* DO NOT purchase traditional medicines from outlet stores, gift shops or any location where it is unclear if these profits are taking away from Indigenous people. Similarly, avoid events that monetize stolen teachings. If they do not have permission, this is cultural appropriation.
