From Conflicts to Connection - An introduction to Nonviolent Communication by Rajiv Thanawala
About the Session:
The one - hour session will give an overview of Nonviolent Communication (NVC).
NVC offers a new perspective to:
- Identify your own emotions & needs and express them.
- Recognize & empathize with the emotions & needs of others.
- Express needs & feelings without blame or judgement.
- Express authentically & listen empathetically.
Key Takeaways:
By practicing NVC, people can:
- cultivate a greater sense of empathy and understanding in their interactions.
- navigate conflicts peacefully
- build deeper relationships
About the Speaker:
Rajiv’s interest in NVC sparked when he observed that even highly educated individuals often face conflicts with family, neighbours, and colleagues—despite longstanding relationships. This led him to seek ways to foster harmony and deeper understanding.
His NVC Practice & Teaching includes:
Registered certification candidate with the Centre for Nonviolent Communication, USA
Completed multiple intensive international trainings on NVC over the past 3 years
Introduced NVC to 400+ individuals, including within TCS
Co-conducts a 3-month online course titled “Reimagining Family”, tailored for families and attended by participants from India, Europe, and the USA
He is passionate about formally measuring NVC’s impact—especially in family dynamics. His focus includes assessing how NVC influences the development of human capacities like Empathy & Self-compassion
Outside of work and NVC, he is a wildlife photography enthusiast and an avid lover of poetry.
Rajiv holds a Master’s Degree in Computer Science from the USA and brings over 36 years of experience in the Indian IT Industry. He currently works with the Research division of Tata Consultancy Services (TCS).