You’ll learn about the power of speaking with observations and without judging.
In this lesson, Newt will explain in-depth the first component of NVC: Observations. You will learn about the difference between observation and evaluation language.
Here are the topics covered in this lesson:
- How to observe without judging, by speaking accurately and avoiding divisive language.
- Observations as a tool for bringing up sensitive issues in a safer way.
- How to avoid triggering a defensive response in others.
- Example: a couple argues over a missing charger.
- How to convert evaluation language to observations.
- Where does evaluation language come from?
- Homework: getting in the habit of listening for your evaluation language.
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