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Nonviolent Communication Basics
Speak needs without blame
Nonviolent communication uses a four-part pattern: observations without judgment, feelings, needs behind them, and clear requests, to foster empathy and reduce defensiveness.
- nonviolent communication
- feelings
- needs
- requests
- empathy
Observe
State facts without blame or labels.
Feel and Need
Name feelings and the underlying needs driving them.
Request
Ask for a concrete action, open to negotiation.
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Cognitive Restructuring Basics
Cognitive restructuring helps turn distorted thoughts into more balanced, testable interpretations.
Examples
Ethical Dilemma
An ethical dilemma forces a choice between competing values.
Why it matters
Critical Thinking
Critical thinking improves decisions by evaluating evidence and logic.
What it is
Cognitive Bias
Cognitive biases are mental shortcuts that speed decisions but can quietly distort judgment.