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Godfrey Spencer

My mission is to contribute to the advent of a world in which domination gives way to collaboration, where judgments are transformed into needs, both met and unmet, and where every person is keenly aware of the consequences of their acts, their words and their intentions.

My vision is a world in which domination gives way to collaboration, where judgments are transformed into needs, both met and unmet, and where every person is keenly aware of the consequences of their acts, their words and their intentions.

Library resources with Godfrey Spencer

Punishment, Needs and the Protective Use of Force

Ask the Trainer: For many years I have been using crime and punishment (reward and consequences) to discipline because it was the only thing I knew. I knew deep in my heart it was alienating me...

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On Love and Empathy

Ask the Trainer: Is there any difference between the concept or experience of "love" and that of "empathy?"

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Judging Feelings

Ask the Trainer: Is it a good idea to use NVC on persistent guilt, anger or depression without the aid of others?

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Connecting With Your Husband

Ask the Trainer: My question is about wanting to empathize more with my husband. Sometimes we connect very deeply, other times he slips back into "jackal talk..."

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Use of Consequences to Change Behavior

Ask the Trainer: How do I respond to people who believe that consequences are necessary to change behavior?

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