279-NVC is Hard with Loved Ones

About this episode

Dr. B and Juliana discuss the challenges of using Nonviolent Communication with loved ones during difficult conversations.

Have you ever tried to use your NVC skills while in a hard conversation with a loved one and had thoughts that you "failed miserably?" If you answered "yes," then this is just the episode for you. Dr. B and Juliana discuss some theories around why this is a common experience and provide some hints on how to move through such moments with grace.

People in this episode

Host: Dr. B

Guest: Juliana

Topics covered

• Nonviolent Communication
• relationships
• communication skills
• conflict resolution
• personal growth

Keywords

• NVC
• communication
• loved ones
• hard conversations
• self-improvement

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