The Non-Violent Relationship Questionnaire (NVRQ)

Abstract

In exploring couples' non-violent communication (NVC), the authors have developed the Non-Violent Relationship Questionnaire (NVRQ). The following eight communication variables are described: non-threatening, respect, honesty, parenting together (if applicable), equal responsibility, economic partners, fairness, and trust. Key components of Rosenberg's non-violent communication are also presented. The article concludes with an inspirational quote by Arun Gandhi, grandson of India's legendary M. K. Gandhi.