“The more we empathize with the other party, the safer we feel.”
Quote by Marshall B. Rosenberg
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Marshall B. Rosenberg
Marshall B. Rosenberg was a renowned psychologist known for his theory of Nonviolent Communication. His theory emphasizes the importance of listening and expressing needs to promote harmonious relationships. Rosenberg was born on October 6, 1934, and passed away on February 7, 2015. more
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Source: Teaching Children Compassionately: How Students and Teachers Can Succeed with Mutual Understanding