So much of our happiness and well-being comes back to how effectively we’re able to communicate with others – particularly in our important relationships. But how often are we our best selves? Are we able to hear others and speak our mind in a clear and kind way, without either becoming defensive or being excessively punishing and prosecutorial?

To help us learn how to do just that, Forrest and Dr. Hanson are joined today by Oren Jay Sofer, the author of Say What You Mean: A Mindful Approach to Nonviolent Communication.

Learn more about Say What You Mean here

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Timestamps:

1:38: What is Nonviolent Communication?

5:12: The true nature of Nonviolent Communication.

9:25: How this style of communication changes us.

15:08: Why should we communicate this way when other people don't?

20:26: How can we make demands of other people nonviolently?

32:13: If others don't communicate with us in good faith, should we still be nonviolent?

37:32: Lessons for your younger self.

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