Connecting Across Differences: Finding Common Ground with Anyone, Anywhere, Anytime

by Jane Marantz Connor, Dian Killian

In this fully revised second edition, Dr. Dian Killian and Dr. Jane Marantz Connor offer a comprehensive and accessible introductory guide to exploring the concepts, applications, and transformative power of the Nonviolent Communication process. Providing research-based insight into the psychology of communication, this reference explores the most common barriers to effective communication and provides tangible steps to address these barriers head-on. The book features an expanded selection of relevant, meaningful exercises, role-plays, and activities that give readers the chance to immediately apply the concepts to real-life experiences. With lessons including how to transform negative self-talk into self-empowerment, how to foster trust and collaboration when stakes are high, and how to defuse anger, enemy images, and other barriers to connection, Connecting Across Differences teaches effective communication skills that get to the root of conflict, pain, and violence peacefully.

Genres: Communication

416 pages, Paperback

First published March 1, 2012

Reviews

[Jürgen Engel · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful work on NVC, inspiring for experienced people
and a great intro for newcomers!

[Stephanie · Rating 5 out of 5]

I've been learning about non-violent communication through my church for the past few years and this year, it was the topic of the theme speaker at Summer Institute. That speaker specifically recommended this book.

I found it to be an excellent book. I learned new things and it re-enforced things I had learned previously. It's the sort of book that works well for someone new to the topic, but also allows you to get more out of it as you gain experience with NVC.