Art of NVC

the art of nvc podcast

Dedicated to sharing, learning, and discovering the fundamentals of Nonviolent Communication, based on Marshall Rosenberg's work, with practical guidance to avoid the common mistakes that trip people up when practicing NVC.

August 23, 2026 · 19:49

The Power of Expressing Your Authentic Feelings

In this episode I talk about the importance of expressing your feelings while doing NVC and Emergency Empathy and I cover all the common pitfalls and traps.

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August 2, 2026 · 12:28

Observable Facts and Traps

In this episode I go over the first step in the NVC process: The observable fact and I also include a story from one of my students and how to learn from her experience.

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July 16, 2026 · 15:25

Defining Nonviolent Communication

On this new season of The Art of NVC I take us all the way back to the beginning and discuss what Nonviolent Communication actually means.

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July 8, 2026 · 12:12

Defining Violent Language

Micah is back with a new studio and is launching a new wave of episodes also available in video form on YouTube.

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May 15, 2023 · 59:39

NVC Entrepreneurs and A.I.

In this Podcast I talk with two NVC Entrepreneurs about some of the exciting concepts they are working with in relation to Nonviolent Communication, including Machine Learning and A.I.

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January 30, 2022 · 18:47

Using NVC With Polarizing Topics

This episode goes over some pointers for dealing with polarizing topics, especially with someone who has the opposite views as you.

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January 12, 2022 · 12:11

The EGO and NVC

This episode goes over the relationship between our Ego and NVC and why sometimes it can be so challenging to actually use NVC when we feel triggered.

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January 5, 2022 · 8:35

Building Trust and Connection

This episode goes over the importance of building trust and connection while having an NVC conversation.

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December 29, 2021 · 16:20

The Threshold Moment

This episode goes over a very common and crucial to be aware of occurrence that happens right before you have a break through while doing NVC.

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October 10, 2021 · 18:45

How to get really good at NVC

In this episode I talk about what takes to get good enough at NVC to be able to use it in real life tense situations with a high degree of success.

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August 15, 2021 · 7:24

NVC Adjustments

In this episode I go over a few slight adjustments I have made to how I use NVC artofnvc.com artofnvc.teachable.com

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August 8, 2021 · 10:02

NVC and Presence

In this episode I go over how staying present is crucial for successful NVC and I offer some strategies to help remain present even while triggered. artofnvc.com artofnvc.teachable.com

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July 25, 2021 · 10:07

NVC Prepwork

In this episode I go over how to prepare when you know you have an upcoming conversation that will require NVC.

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July 18, 2021 · 10:07

Creating Clear Boundaries

In this episode we focus on how to use NVC to create clear boundaries

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July 11, 2021 · 8:36

Three Types of Specific Requests

In this episode I go over the three main types of Specific Requests; Action based, Clarity based, and Connection based. artofnvc.com artofnvc.teachable.com

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February 14, 2021 · 21:08

Valentines Day Special

This episode goes into detail about a situation that often happens between couples on or near holidays. I do a break down of how to apply NVC to the situation, when is a good time to bring something up, when to apply emergency empathy and more.

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February 10, 2021 · 7:45

The Learning Process

Im back from a long break and in this episode I talk about the learning process of integrating NVC into your life.

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April 8, 2020 · 23:46

Emergency Empathy #2

Another dive into the amazing power of Emergency Empathy

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March 21, 2020 · 17:28

NVC and The Four Agreements

In this episode I highlight the many areas where NVC and the principles from the book "The Four Agreements" correlate.

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March 14, 2020 · 18:58

What is Violent Language?

This episode focuses on what makes certain language violent from an NVC perspective.

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March 3, 2020 · 19:44

NVC and talking Politics

I share some tips and insights to help create more productive and enjoyable interactions when talking about politics.

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February 20, 2020 · 22:56

Common Missteps when using NVC

I go through each step and point out some of the most common mistakes I see people do when attempting to use NVC.

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February 15, 2020 · 14:22

What if I'm the only one using NVC?

This episode I answer more listener questions about closure, emergency empathy, and being the only one using NVC.

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February 4, 2020 · 20:26

Empathy First

I discuss the concept of Empathy First and answer a detailed listener question.

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January 29, 2020 · 12:52

Strategies vs Needs

This episode focuses on the difference between Strategies and Needs and the importance of not mixing them up.

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January 22, 2020 · 25:32

NVC as a Spiritual Practice

This episode talks about ways to take NVC to the next level and use it as a spiritual practice.

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January 15, 2020 · 14:46

NVC Challenges

In this episode we focus on some of the challenges of learning how to implement NVC effectively.

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January 4, 2020 · 23:13

NVC in the workplace

In this episode I go over some possible work scenarios that might call for Nonviolent Communication, focusing on dealing with customers, co-workers, bosses and employees.

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December 24, 2019 · 15:19

NVC Based Mediation

This episode gives a brief overview of Mediating using NVC.

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December 8, 2019 · 14:13

Accountability

This episode focuses on the importance of always remaining accountable for how we feel and never blaming anyone else. A very fundamental and powerful concept to successful NVC communications.

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November 26, 2019 · 18:03

NVC for the Holidays

Some tips to make these holidays more enjoyable and filled with connection by using Nonviolent Communication.

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November 5, 2019 · 19:24

NVC in Action

In this episode I go over some tips and tactics to better implement NVC in every day life, especially when triggered.

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October 22, 2019 · 34:20

Feelings that aren't Feelings

On this episode we do a deep dive into several of the most common words that sound like feelings but are really subtle or not so subtle judgements, evaluations, guilt trips, and perceptions.

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October 7, 2019 · 21:18

When are the best times to use NVC?

This episode focuses on the various times and situations where NVC is beneficial to use and examples of what it might sound like.

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October 3, 2019 · 23:08

Fundamental Principles of NVC

7 Fundamental principles of NVC. 1. No evaluations, 2. Authenticity 3. Blame no one for your feelings 4. when in doubt express how you feel 5. feelings are one word 6. never imply someone else is wrong or bad 7. no compromise

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September 17, 2019 · 14:36

The Amazing Power of Emergency Empathy

This episode we focus on the nuances and fundamentals of Emergency Empathy. One of the most powerful tools for ending conflicts and creating connection and understanding in the NVC toolkit.

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September 10, 2019 · 13:19

Step 4 Making the Specific Request

In this episode we dive into the 4th step of the NVC process and talk about the essential things to consider and how to avoid the common mistakes people make when attempting this step.

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September 2, 2019 · 13:43

Step 3 Values and Desires

This episode we focus on the third step of the NVC process where you explain why you feel as you do without blaming anyone else. A very crucial step!

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August 25, 2019 · 30:46

First two steps of NVC

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August 1, 2019 · 23:28

Introduction to The Art of NVC Podcast

A brief overview of how I got started with NVC, the things I love about it and an overview of what to expect from this podcast.

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