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"Nonviolent Communication: A Language of Life, is essential reading for anyone who wants to improve their communication skills. Applying the concepts within the book will help guide the reader towards a more loving, compassionate and nonviolent way of understanding and functioning with others, and foster more compassion in the world. I highly recommend this book."
Maiianne Williamson, author of Everyday Grace,
President Global Renaissance Alliance

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Nonviolent Communication: A Language of LifeNonviolent Communication: A Language of Life
by Marshall B. Rosenberg, PhD.
order#: nvc0312
1-4 copies: 17.95 US$ each 5+ copies: 12.59 US$ each

This book is a complete presentation of the process of NVC. Enjoy powerful and satisfying relationships in all areas of your life with this complete presentation. Now in its 2nd edition with a new chapter on Self-Empathy. Forward by Arun Gandhi. Newly revised index. (240 pages, 2nd edition, PDP) This book is available in a combination pack.

Aso available in the following languages:
Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French, German, Hungarian, Italian, Korean (order#: nvc0501), Lithuanian, Spanish, Serbian and Swedish.
Danish: Du kan bestille Marshalls bog her på dansk.
Finnish: Voit ostaa Marshallin kirjan täältä suomeksi.
Italian: Potete comprare qui il libro di Marshall in Italiano.
Comunicacion No Violenta Swedish: Du kan beställa Marshalls bok här på svenska.

Comunicación No Violenta: un Lenguaje de Vida (traducido a español)
Por el Dr. Marshall B. Rosenberg
order#: nvc0604
1-4 ejemplares: 23.95 US$ cada uno
5+ ejemplares: 15.95 US$ cada uno


(Cómo utilizar el poder del lenguaje para evitar conflictos y lograr oluciones pacíficas.) El autor conoce bien estos temas. Él ha sido mediador en diversos conflictos internacionales, y sus técnicas de comunicación son aplicables y válidas tanto en el ámbito social como en el personal; por lo que también se las puede utilizar para cambiar nuestra vida familiar o laboral. (6 x 9, 222 páginas)


 

NVC WorkbookNonviolent Communication Companion Workbook: A Practical Guide for Individual, Group or Classroom Study
by Lucy Leu
order#: nvc0313
1-4 copies: 19.95 US$ each 5+ copies: 13.99 US$ each


A 12-week curriculum for use in conjunction with Dr. Rosenberg’s book (above). Contains exercises and activities, leader’s guides and hints for structuring and maintaining a practice group. This is the new edition of the workbook and includes new material dealing with self-empathy. (7 x 10, 256 pages, PDP) This book is available in a combination pack.

 

Life-Enriching EducationLife-Enriching Education
by Marshall B. Rosenberg, PhD
order#: nvc0302
1-4 copies: 12.95 US$ each 5+ copies: 8.99 US$ each

Life-Enriching Education, with a forward by Riane Eisler and an endorsement by Dr. Thomas Gordon (author of Parent and Teacher Effectiveness Training), is based on the premise that the relationship between teachers and students and the relationships of students with one another is as important as the curriculum in preparing students for the future. This book outlines unique language and communication skills and ways of structuring the learning environment that supports the development of autonomy and interdependence to empower students to realize their potential with others, not against them. Life-Enriching Education offers an inspiring vision of education and practical skills to create a safe and supportive learning and working atmosphere, cultivate emotional intelligence, respect and compassion. (6 x 9, 192 pages, PDP) This book is available in 2 combination packs.


Respectful Parents, respectfull KidsRespectful Parents, Respectful Kids: 7 Keys to Turn Family Conflict Into Co-operation
by Sura Hart and Victoria Kindle Hodson, M.A. foreward by Marshall B. Rosenberg, PhD
order#: nvc0605
15.95 US$ each


Respectful Parents, Respectful Kids gives parents essential tools to engage their kids in a family exchange of mutual respect and co-operation. The 7 Keys provide step-by-step actions designed to shift focus from managing children's behavior to working with them to find ways to care for the needs of everyone in the family and to prevent, reduce and resolve conflicts peacefully.
"This book shows parents how to get the best results for their kids with respectful parenting tools that are neither punitive nor permissive." —Jane Nelsen, Ed.D., co-author of the Positive Discipline series (7.5" x 9.25", 252 pages)


The No-Fault ClassroomThe No-Fault Classroom: Tools to Resolve Conflict & Foster Relationship Intelligence
by Sura Hart & Victoria Kindle Hodson M.A.
order#: nvc0801
24.95 US$ each

A quantum leap for classroom management! Offering far more than discipline techniques that move aggressive behavior out of the classroom to the playground or sidewalk, The No-Fault Classroom leads students ages 7–12 to develop skills in problem solving, empathic listening and conflict resolution that will last a lifetime. Twenty-one interactive and step-by-step lessons, construction materials and adaptable scripts give educators the tools they need to return order and co-operation to the classroom and jumpstart engaged learning. Skillfully developed Curricular Tie-ins guide teachers to use the conflict resolution tools they’ve developed to meet state learning requirements in social studies, language arts, history, reading and science. (8 1/2" x 11", 256 pages)


The Compassionate Classroom The Compassionate Classroom: Relationship Based Teaching and Learning
by Sura Hart and Victoria Kindle Hodson, M.A.
order#: nvc0407
1-4 copies: 17.95 US$ each 5+ copies: 11.97 US$ each

This new book provides an overview of the NVC process, its relationship to successful teaching and learning, and specific examples of how NVC can be used in elementary school classrooms. The Compassionate Classroom Includes playful exercises, lesson plans and skill-building activities and games. (7.5 x 9, 192 pages) This book is available in 2 combination packs.


Teaching Children CompassionatelyTeaching Children Compassionately: How Students and Teachers Can Succeed with Mutual Understanding
by Marshall B. Rosenberg, PhD
order#: nvc0316
6.95 US$

In his keynote address to a national conference of Montessori educators, Marshall describes the basic features of Nonviolent Communication, clearly illustrating how they can be used in your classroom to create a safe and supportive learning environment. In the second part of this transcript—a workshop on the same day as the address—Marshall role-plays a challenging situation with a teacher, and shows how she can create an outcome satisfying for everyone. (6 x 9, 41 pages, PDP) This book is available in 2 combination packs.


Raising Children CompassionatelyRaising Children Compassionately: Parenting the Nonviolent Communication Way
by Marshall B. Rosenberg, PhD
order#: nvc144R

5.95 US$ each

Your search for parenting tips that actually improve your family dynamics is over. While other parenting resources offer communication models or discipline techniques, this powerful, practical booklet offers the unique skills and perspective of the Nonviolent Communication (NVC) process. NVC stresses the importance of putting compassionate connection first to create a mutually respectful, enriching family dynamic filled with clear, heartfelt communication. An exceptional resource for parents, parent educators, families and anyone else who works with children.

For over 40 years Dr. Marshall Rosenberg has taught NVC to parents, families, children and teachers. Parents around the world have used his advice to deepen family connections, move past conflicts and improve communication. His revolutionary approach helps parents motivate children to cooperate without either the threat of punishment or the promise of reward. Learn how to model compassionate communication in the home to help your children successfully resolve conflicts and express themselves clearly. (6 x 9, 22 pages, PDP) This book is available in a combination pack.


Como Crair A Nuestros Hijos De Manera CompasivaComo Criar A Nuestros Hijos De Manera Compasiva
by Marshall B. Rosenberg, PhD
order#: nvc0319

5.95 US$ each

The long awaited Spanish language version of this popular booklet is now available. En este mundo ajetreado, las experiencias de felicidad son breves y efímeras, y la paz interior se nos escapa. Los estados mentales negativos, como el deseo y el odio incontrolados, nos causan innumerables problemas tanto a nosotros mismos como a los demás, y nos impiden satisfacer nuestros más profundos deseos. En la primera parte de este libro se presentan las famosas enseñanzas de Buda conocidas como Las cuatro nobles verdades, que nos ofrecen una solución clara y sencilla a todos nuestros problemas, y nos conducen al oasis de paz infinita que existe en nuestro corazón. En la segunda parte se muestra con detenimiento cómo mantener la paciencia incluso al enfrentarnos con las circunstancias más adversas.Traducido a español. (7 x 8.5, 24 pages, PDP)


Parenting from Your HeartParenting From Your Heart: Sharing the Gifts of Compassion, Connection, and Choice
by Inbal Kashtan
order#: nvc0314
6.95 US$

Parenting that Promotes Peace—Parents everywhere want to connect compassionately with their children, to show them love and offer guidance even in difficult moments. In this packed and practical booklet, Inbal Kashtan describes how practicing the Nonviolent Communication (NVC) process can transform parenting to promote peace for generations to come.

Whether you're parenting a teenager or an infant, the parenting help and guidance you'll find in this booklet will transform your challenges and conflicts into opportunities to parent from your heart. Find NVC-based parenting tips and ten practical exercises to foster trust and improve cooperation even in the most trying circumstances. Learn how to make connection your top priority, share power in your family and inspire open dialogue that promotes mutual understanding. This 22 page booklet, filled with insights and stories, will prove invaluable for parents, teachers and others who want to nurture children and also themselves. (6 x 9, 46 pages, PDP) This book is available in a combination pack.


Growing Up In TrustGrowing Up In Trust
by Justine Mol
order# nvc0901
19.95 US$

Based on the ideas of Marshall Rosenberg and Alfie Kohn, Growing Up In Trust looks at the impact of reward and punishment on children and on the relationship between children and their parents, teachers and other grown-ups around them. The book clearly guides the reader through the process of the shift away from a reliance on right/wrong thinking towards an approach based on trust. It highlights our role in nurturing children’s inherent morality and fostering a sense of partnership in finding interdependent solutions where everyone’s needs matter. The text is full of anecdotal examples and each chapter contains a number of experiential exercises or thought provoking questions. (8.5" x 5.5", 80 pages, O Books)


Compassionate UnderwareCompassionate Underwear
Created by CNVC Certified Trainers Mair Alight and Carol Chase
order # NVC0904

5.95 US$ each

Two lost children shift from blaming and complaining to sharing their hearts. In this delightful coloring book Compassionate Underwear Bear shows them two simple ways to connect and understand what is important to each of them. Whimsical drawings to color, simple rhymes and three activity pages are designed to inspire and instruct in an easy, fun way.


Being GenuineBeing Genuine
by Thomas D'Ansembourg
order#: nvc0701

15.95 US$ each

Expressing one's truth while respecting others and respecting ones self... That is the journey on which attorney and author Thomas D'Ansenbourg invites us to accompany him. Plunge straight into the heart of how we enter into dialogue with ourselves and others.


Connecting Across DifferencesConnecting Across Differences
by Jane Marantz Connor & Dian Killian, Ph.D.
order#: nvc0602
25.95 US$ each

Jane and Dian offer a fresh look at Nonviolent Communication geared toward young adults in their newly revised book using up-to-date images and stories to convey some of the concepts of NVC, while also providing exercises for readers to help integrate the concepts into "real-life" situations. Whether you are a young adult, or just young at heart, you will find valuable nuggets to help you Connect Across Differences!


Communication Basics Communication Basics: An Overview of Nonviolent Communication
by Rachelle Lamb
order#: nvc154
4.50 US$

This 24 page booklet provides a clear, concise and handy summary of what you might learn in an introductory training. A very handy reference guide! (3.5 x 8.5, 24 pages)


getting Past the Pain Between UsGetting Past the Pain Between Us: Healing and Reconciliation Without Compromise
by Marshall B. Rosenberg, Ph.D.
order#: nvc0311
6.95 US$

A transcript of a Nonviolent Communication workshop given by Marshall B. Rosenberg, PhD Enjoy the healing power of listening and speaking from the heart. This booklet focuses on mending your relationships with yourself and others, and gives you skills for understanding and resolving conflicts, healing old hurts, and developing satisfying relationships. (6 x 9, 38 pages, PDP) This book is available in a combination pack.


Speaking Peace in a World of ConflictSpeak Peace in a World of Conflict: What You Say Next Can Change the World
by Marshall B. Rosenberg, Ph.D.
order#: nvc0503
15.95 US$
This new book is an expanded version of the Speaking Peace audio recording. (6 x 9, 186 pages).


The Surprising Purpose of AmericaThe Surprising Purpose of Anger
by Marshall B. Rosenberg, PhD
order#: nvc0507
6.95 US$

This booklet goes beyond anger management to understanding the opportunity that anger provides for a fuller connection with our needs. (6 x 9, 36 pages)


Being Me Loving YouBeing Me, Loving You
by Marshall B. Rosenberg, Ph.D.
order#: nvc0505
6.95 US$

A practical guide to extraordinary relationships for spouses, partners, family and friends. (Part of this publication was previously published as a part of Marshal Rosenberg Live!) (6 x 9, 65 pages)


The Heart of Social ChangeThe Heart of Social Change: How to Make a Difference in Your World
by Marshall B. Rosenberg, Ph.D.
order#: nvc0310
6.95 US$

A transcript of a Nonviolent Communication workshop given by Marshall B. Rosenberg, Ph.D. Marshall encourages us to use NVC skills and consciousness in the service of human social needs, and shares examples of how to do it. Here is Marshall’s wisdom on effective social change. He centers on three basic questions:

  1. What is our nature as human beings?
  2. What's the good life?
  3. How do we make life wonderful?

Social change begins with "liberating ourselves from that which is not in harmony with creating the kind of world we desire." (6 x 9, 45 pages, PDP)


Please, Thank You
by Vilma Costetti
order#: NVC0Please, Thank You601
14.95 US$

A new children's book by CNVC trainer Vilma Costetti, is now available in English from CNVC. This hardcover book focuses on the elements of expressing and receiving feelings and needs and is suitable for children six to twelve. It is beautifully illustrated by Stefania Garuti, translated from the Italian by Federica Rossi and Godfrey Spencer, and includes an introduction by Dominic Barter, coordinator of CNVC's Portuguese Language Project. (7" x 9.75", 61 pages)


We Can Work It Out We Can Work It Out: Resolving Conflicts Peacefully and Powerfully
by Marshall B. Rosenberg, PhD
order#: nvc0315

5.95 US$

In over 35 years of mediating conflicts—between parents and children, husbands and wives, management and workers, police and communities, and warring groups around the world—Marshall has learned it is possible to resolve conflicts peacefully, and to everyone's satisfaction. It's not compromise—it's a caring and respectful quality of connection that allows everyone's needs to be met. (6 x 9, 22 pages, PDP) This book is available in a combination pack.


What's Making You AngryWhat’s Making You Angry? 10 Steps to Transforming Anger So Everyone Wins
by Shari Klein & Neill Gibson
5.95 US$ order#: nvc0317

When you’re angry, you tend to get caught up in the wrongness of others—you focus on what you don’t want. You lose sight of what you really do want and need. In this booklet you learn how to change this pattern, and connect with the life-serving purpose of anger, expressing it in ways that create outcomes that are satisfying for everyone involved. (6 x 9, 25 pages, PDP) This book is available in a combination pack.


PeaPeaceful Livingceful Living: Daily Meditations for Living with Love, Healing, and Compassion
by Mary Mackenzie
16.95 US$ order#: nvc0504

This book can help make the consciousness of Nonviolent Communication a regular part of one's everyday life. (5 x 7.5, 434 pages).


Eat By Choice, Not By Habit
by Syleat By Choicevia Haskvitz
8.95 US$ order#: nvc0506

Using Nonviolent Communication, dig deeper into the emotional consciousness that underlies eating patterns and learn practical strategies to create a healthier relationship with your body and food without falling into the diet trap. Sylvia Haskvitz is a registered dietician and CNVC certified trainer. (6 x 9, 109 pages).


The Giraffe Classroom The Giraffe Classroom: Where Teaching is a Pleasure and Learning is a Joy
by Nancy Sokol Green
17.95 US$ order#: nvc104

Humorous, creative, and thought-provoking activities. Ideal for teachers, parents, and anyone who wants to use concrete exercises to learn Giraffe Language. (8.5 x 11, 122 pages, spiral bound)


genny Be a Good FrogGinny Be a Good Frog
by Vilma Costetti
order#: nvc0508
9.95 US$

This colorful, illustrated children's book, suitable for children ages 3 to 9, is the product of experimental work in NVC being done in several educational institutions in Italy, and can contribute to greater understanding between parents and children. (6.75 x 9.5, 23 pages)


The Mayor of Jackal HeightsThe Mayor of Jackal Heights
by Rita Herzog & Kathy Smith
order#: nvc105
9.95 US$

A boy mayor begins to learn how to tame his town full of jackals with the help of his wise friend, Giraffe. A beautifully illustrated story for children of all ages. (8.5 x 11, 28 pages)


Nonviolent Communication: The Basics as I Know and Use ThemNonviolent Communication: The Basics as I Know and Use Them
by Wayland Myers, Ph.D.
9.95 US$ order#: nvc134

A clear, compassionate, simple, and practical presentation of NVC applied interpersonally. (4 x 7, 91 pages)


A Model for Nonviolent CommunicationA Model for Nonviolent Communication
by Marshall B. Rosenberg, Ph.D.
7.95 US$ order#: nvc101

A handbook describing the basics of Nonviolent Communication, including exercises to help readers check their understanding of the process. Updated, expanded, revised. (5.5 x 8.5, 56 pages)


Duck Tales and Jakal Taming HintsDuck Tales and Jackal Taming Hints
by Marshall Rosenberg, Ph.D.
6.95 US$ order#: nvc102

A whimsical tale about skills needed to understand human beings even when their communication makes them sound like deranged jackals. (7 x 9, 28 pages)


Practical Spirituality—Reflections on Practical Spiritualitythe Spiritual Basis of Nonviolent Communication
by Marshall B. Rosenberg, Ph.D.
6.95 US$ order#: nvc0408

An expanded version of the original text, inspiring a greater connection with the divine energy within ourselves and others. (6 x 9, 33 pages)


Las Bases Espirituales De La Communicacion No ViolentaLas Bases Espirituales De La Communicacion No Violenta
Por el Dr. Marshall B. Rosenberg
1.95 US$ order#: nvc159

Una sesión de preguntas y respuestas con el doctor Marshall B. Rosenberg, Ph.D. The original version of Practical Spirituality. (7 x 8.5, 8 pages)


Marshall B.  Rosenberg LiveMarshall B. Rosenberg Live! In Person!
13.95 US$ order#: nvc129

A compilation of three former workshop transcripts, condensed and edited: “An Introduction to the Language of Giraffe;” “Intimate Relationships;” and “Marriage in the 90s.” (8.5 x 11, 88 pages, spiral bound)


LivLive Compassionately Songbooke Compassionately Songbook
14.95 US$ order#: nvc0401

Compilation of songs on the CD of the same name; 17 songs by Marshall Rosenberg, Ph.D., and "See Me Beautiful" by Red and Kathy Grammer; includes sheet music as well as lyrics and guitar chords. (8.5 x 11, 35 pages)


Compassionate Communication SongbookCompassionate Communication Songbook
10.95 US$ order#: nvc143

Thirty-one songs by Marshall Rosenberg and Ruth Bebermeyer, including chords. (8.5 x 11, 35 pages)

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Note: “Giraffe” is sometimes used as a metaphor for Nonviolent Communication and “Jackal” (or “wolf” or “snake”) as a metaphor for life-alienated consciousness and language. Note: CNVC’s use of the image and term “Giraffe” is in no way connected to The Giraffe Project, a completely separate organization producing its own training and educational materials.