Nonviolent Communication and Nonverbal Communication is not the same

I often hear people referring to NVC as Nonverbal Communication.
That's the issue sometimes with using abbreviations, you see...

⚠️ Nonviolent communication, aka NVC, was developed starting in the early 60s by the American psychologist and mediator Marshall Rosenberg. It is a powerful 4-step communication framework that helps people to connect with themselves and others through empathy.

⚠️ Nonverbal communication is the process of conveying information without using spoken words: e.g. body language, facial expressions, eye contact.

Both terms are related to communication and although they are different concepts, there is a relation between them.

😖 A lot of times we may not say anything verbally but our expressions and body language says it all.
🤔 Other times, there is no connection between what we say and our Nonverbal Communication.

For example, we may say we are excited about something but our tone of voice may not match that.
⛔️ This is usually a sign of misalignment that may be conscious or subconscious for you.

🌱 When you learn how to communicate effectively using Nonviolent Communication, you learn how to connect with yourself and how to speak effectively and authentically.
Your words match with your body language and facial expressions as well.

🎁 By being fluent in Nonviolent Communication, aka NVC, you are more aware and have a better control of your body. Hence, you improve your Nonverbal Communication as well.

🗣️ What do you find interesting about Nonviolent and Nonverbal Communication? Please, share in the comments.

💬 I am fascinated by both concepts and if you are too, DM me and let's have a chat.