Core Principles & Fundamentals Flashcards

In what year did Marshall Rosenberg found the Center for Nonviolent Communication (CNVC)?

Answer: 1984

CNVC was founded in 1984, although Rosenberg had been developing NVC since the 1960s.

Which humanistic psychologist did Rosenberg study with, shaping his focus on empathy?

Answer: Carl Rogers

Rosenberg studied with Carl Rogers, whose client-centered approach influenced NVC's emphasis on empathy.

How does NVC tell value judgments apart from moralistic judgments?

Answer: Value judgments state our beliefs about what serves life, while moralistic judgments label people as right or wrong

Rosenberg supported stating values openly, but warned against judgments that imply someone is bad or wrong.

Why is "I want you to be more responsible" an ineffective request in NVC terms?

Answer: It is vague and doesn't name a concrete, doable action

Requests work best when they ask for clear, specific actions the listener can do now.

When someone says "no" to a request, how does NVC suggest hearing it?

Answer: As the person saying "yes" to some need of their own

NVC treats "no" as a doorway to the other person's needs and keeps the dialogue going.

According to Rosenberg, when is reflecting back (paraphrasing) most useful?

Answer: When the message is emotionally charged or understanding is uncertain

Rosenberg recommended paraphrasing emotionally charged messages or when unsure, while avoiding mechanical repetition.

Which statement best describes the core intention of NVC?

Answer: To create a quality of connection where everyone's needs matter

Rosenberg stressed that NVC is about connection and caring about mutual needs, not technique or manipulation.