Note from Bonnie

Will you find this book useful? That is for you to decide. Here are invitations to the three groups I think most likely to find this book important to them and why I think so. If you are still unsure, check out the excerpts from Connection in the Exercise and Handouts section, and the expanded Table of Contents in the Interesting Tidbits section.

Do you hunger to take Nonviolent Communication (NVC) into colleges because you have found it life-changing and want to share this with your students for their personal benefit and their positive impact on society?
Add this textbook-workbook to your excitement about NVC and you will have everything you need to effectively teach your class.

Are you looking for lively follow-up material for participants that will re-enforce the NVC tools that you have just taught?
Do you want to recommend a book that invites and inspires the practice so essential to forming new habits?
Do you need a resource useful for both individuals and small groups?

Are you eager to practice and help others practice their Compassionate Communication skills?
Are you looking for a lively workbook for your group to study based on Rosenberg’s Nonviolent Communication?
Would you like tips from experienced practice group leaders on how to make your practice group more effective?

Do you want a friendly path that leads to better understanding of yourself and others, improving your self-care, and building stronger relationships?
Do you want to strengthen your self-confidence and ability to make needs-based decisions? Do you aim to be a more effective peace-maker at home and in society?
Are you curious about NVC’s life-enhancing communication principles, which are now changing lives and relationships around the world?