‘I deserve’ language is more about power over rather than power with. There is some sort of fight in that language. Which creates more distance rather than connection, don’t you think?

CommunicationTerrie LewineNovember 12, 2024deserve, communication, nonviolent communication, festivalComment

Back to Basics

The benefits of going back to basics —every now and then. Marshall teaching his work is such a gift to us.

Mindfulness, inspiration, CommunicationTerrie LewineOctober 21, 2024observations, nonviolent communication, communication, relationships, therapy, therapy for women Comments

Let Me Tell You a Story

Storytelling in relationships is essential to build closeness, mutual understanding, trust, connection and meet a wide variety of needs. Storytelling, however, is not a way to resolve conflict.

Mindfulness, Communication, RelationshipsTerrie LewineOctober 8, 2024communicaiton, storytelling, couples, family, therapy, nonviolent communicationComment

Random Rules

How do you make the choices in your life? When you make agreements –or ask for what you want, are you stuck in a strategy? You might say no to this, and I’m encouraging you to check in and explore more deeply how you are weaving your life choices together.

Health and Wellness, FamilyTerrie LewineSeptember 20, 2024rules, parenting, communication, nonviolent communication, relationships, couplesComment

Is it Me? Or is it You?

The struggle can be real, navigating the filters that we have, especially when we are in a conversation with someone else, who has their own filters

Family, Communication, inspirationTerrie LewineAugust 26, 2024requests, communication, personal story, nonviolent communication, neuroplasticity, filters, relationships Comment

Can You Do This?

As you know by now, saying yes when we mean no leads to resentment. We blame the other person for asking. This can often lead to avoiding people, leaving them confused or hurt, not understanding why you are choosing more distance.

Communication, FamilyTerrie LewineJuly 23, 2024nonviolent communication, communication, requests, therapy, relationshipsComment

A Pile of Bricks

When is a pile of bricks just a pile of bricks? Always. The meaning we make of the pile of bricks is a perfect example of the importance of using simple observations when hoping for connection in relationships.

Communication, RelationshipsTerrie LewineJune 25, 2024observations, nonviolent communication, relationships, communication, connection, therapy, couples counseling Comments

Before You Say It...

Everything we say and do is an attempt to meet a need. This is the foundation of the work and practice of Nonviolent Communication. How aware are you of anyone’s needs before you say something?