Say What You Mean (Without Starting a Fight)

How to use Nonviolent Communication for calmer, more confident holiday conversations.

Tired of tiptoeing around family or coworkers during the holidays? This episode will get you ready for those holiday conversations that sometimes go sideways. I’m talking about the moments when you want to stay kind, but you also want to remain honest.

We’ll dive into Nonviolent Communication, or NVC, and how it can help you speak clearly and compassionately.  You’ll learn the simple OFNR framework (Observations, Feelings, Needs, Requests) and hear real examples that make this framework come alive.

Sandy will also share how each Enneagram type might get tripped up along the way when it comes to using the NVC framework.

If you’ve ever wished for calmer, more authentic conversations—especially around the holidays—this one’s for you.

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About your host:

🔹Hi! I'm Sandy, Professional Certified Coach (ICF-PCC), National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC), and self-proclaimed Enneagram nerd.🤓
🔹I’m a holistic communication and relationship coach (some clients call me a "people whisperer"), and I'm dedicated to helping you understand yourself and others more deeply so you can communicate with confidence, clarity, and compassion.
🔹I’m also a mentor coach and love helping brand-new coaches with their coaching skills.
🔹 My coaching philosophy:  You don't need to be fixed, you need to be found. 

🏳️‍🌈 Proud to support LGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities 🏳️‍🌈

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