Stoicism and NonViolent Communication (NVC) : complementary philosophies of life ?

Upon discovering Nonviolent Communication, my practice of Stoicism experienced an unexpected renewal: it became more concrete, more embodied, and more accessible. I then found the dialogue between these two philosophies highly relevant. I believe that a Stoicism based on NVC principles is possible and desirable. This is what I would like to discuss in this article.

On the left, Zeno of Citium, the founder of Stoicism; on the right, Marshall Rosenberg, the founder of Non-Violent Communication.

Table of contents
1. What is NonViolent Communication (NVC ?)
2. NVC and Stoicism : What Connection ?
3. NVC and Stoicism: A Shared Relationship with Reality?
4. Cultivating Emotional Intelligence
5. The Language of Needs: The Main Difference?
6. Ask for the possible
7. Stoicism and NVC: similarities and differences
8. Conclusion: what would stoicism based on NVC principles look like?

What is Nonviolent Communication (NVC)?

Nonviolent Communication (NVC) is a conscious communication method where we strive to be empathetic, authentic, and responsible in our words, attitude, and intention.