Why lying is good for us  – a conversation with Liv Larsson

In this episode, we meet Liv Larsson – mediator, author, and long-time teacher of Nonviolent Communication. With over two decades of experience exploring the emotional dynamics of conflict, Liv brings a nuanced and deeply human perspective to how we relate to ourselves and one another.

This conversation invites us into a more intimate encounter with shame – not as something to fix or avoid, but as a doorway into deeper self-understanding and relational honesty. Together, we explore the subtle ways shame shows up in our lives, how it shapes our identities and interactions, and what becomes possible when we meet it with awareness, presence, and care.

Rather than offering quick solutions, Liv shares stories and reflections that open space for inquiry – encouraging us to stay curious in the face of discomfort, and to see shame not as a personal failure, but as a signal that something deeply valued is at stake.

For those drawn to inner work, relational depth, and the ongoing unfolding of self, this episode offers a grounded and compassionate exploration of one of our most vulnerable emotional experiences.

Let’s begin 

If you want to learn more about Liv’s work, upcoming trainings, or dive deeper into Nonviolent Communication, you’ll find her at www.friareliv.com.

For you who want to go deeper in topics touched on in the episode here are some books by Liv 

Anger guilt and shame Reclaiming Power and Choice. this book introduces you to the compass of needs.

Unmasking Shame Compassion and Connection at Every Stage of Life. This book gives a developmental understanding of shame. If you like listening to books her is the audiobook edition 

International Mediation Program, for those of you looking to explore the art of mediation on a deeper level.

Reimagine Communication Program 

Thanks for listening—and until next time, stay curious, stay connected.

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The old map says:

The new map whispers:

Freedom is not in feeling the right things,

If you want to learn more about Liv’s work, upcoming trainings, or dive deeper into Nonviolent Communication, you’ll find her at www.friareliv.com.

For you who want to go deeper in topics touched on in the episode here are some books by Liv 

Cracking the Communication code, Nonviolent communication by 42 key differentiations

Svensk utgåva 

Unmasking Shame Compassion and Connection at Every Stage of Life. This book gives a developmental understanding of shame. If you like listening to books her is the audiobook edition 

Svensk utgåva

International Mediation Program, for those of you looking to explore the art of mediation on a deeper level.

Reimagine Communication Program 

Thanks for listening—and until next time, stay curious, stay connected.

Send us a email

Cracking the Communication Code with Liv Larsson

The difference between "there is no right and wrong  and – beyond right and wrong...

We create clarity about what key differentiations is and explore some of them and the benefit of having that clarity.

This episode is for those who sense there's more to communication than fixing problems – for those curious about the deeper layers of meaning, power, and vulnerability in everyday interactions.

A conversation for the discerning listener – reflective, open-minded, and longing for genuine connection.

Let’s begin 

If you want to learn more about Liv’s work, upcoming trainings, or dive deeper into Nonviolent Communication, you’ll find her at www.friareliv.com.

For you who want to go deeper in topics touched on in the episode here are some books by Liv 

Cracking the Communication code, Nonviolent communication by 42 key differentiations

Svensk utgåva 

Unmasking Shame Compassion and Connection at Every Stage of Life. This book gives a developmental understanding of shame. If you like listening to books her is the audiobook edition 

Svensk utgåva

International Mediation Program, for those of you looking to explore the art of mediation on a deeper level.

Reimagine Communication Program 

Thanks for listening—and until next time, stay curious, stay connected.

Send us a email

Meeting shame with curiosity – a conversation with Liv Larsson

In this episode, we meet Liv Larsson – mediator, author, and long-time teacher of Nonviolent Communication. With over two decades of experience exploring the emotional dynamics of conflict, Liv brings a nuanced and deeply human perspective to how we relate to ourselves and one another.

This conversation invites us into a more intimate encounter with shame – not as something to fix or avoid, but as a doorway into deeper self-understanding and relational honesty. Together, we explore the subtle ways shame shows up in our lives, how it shapes our identities and interactions, and what becomes possible when we meet it with awareness, presence, and care.

Rather than offering quick solutions, Liv shares stories and reflections that open space for inquiry – encouraging us to stay curious in the face of discomfort, and to see shame not as a personal failure, but as a signal that something deeply valued is at stake.

For those drawn to inner work, relational depth, and the ongoing unfolding of self, this episode offers a grounded and compassionate exploration of one of our most vulnerable emotional experiences.

Let’s begin 

If you want to learn more about Liv’s work, upcoming trainings, or dive deeper into Nonviolent Communication, you’ll find her at www.friareliv.com.

For you who want to go deeper in topics touched on in the episode here are some books by Liv 

Anger guilt and shame Reclaiming Power and Choice. this book introduces you to the compass of needs.

Unmasking Shame Compassion and Connection at Every Stage of Life. This book gives a developmental understanding of shame. If you like listening to books her is the audiobook edition 

International Mediation Program, for those of you looking to explore the art of mediation on a deeper level.

Reimagine Communication Program 

Thanks for listening—and until next time, stay curious, stay connected.

Send us a email

In this episode, we meet Liv Larsson – mediator, author, and long-time teacher of Nonviolent Communication. For over two decades, Liv has been exploring the emotional undercurrents of conflict, supporting people in finding clarity, courage, and connection in the midst of difficulty.

This time, we turn our attention to shame – a powerful and often hidden force in our inner and outer conflicts. Together, we explore what shame really is, how it shows up in our lives, and how we can learn to recognize, be with, and move through it—without turning against ourselves or others.

Liv shares insights from her work, stories from the field, and practical ways to meet shame with curiosity rather than judgment.

Whether you're new to this terrain or have long been exploring your inner landscape, this conversation offers a grounded and compassionate doorway into understanding one of our most vulnerable emotions.

Let’s begin.

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If you want to learn more about Liv’s work, upcoming trainings, or dive deeper into Nonviolent Communication, you’ll find her at www.friareliv.com.

For you who want to go deeper in topics touched on in the episode here are some books by Liv 

Anger guilt and shame Reclaiming Power and Choice. this book introduces you to the compass of needs.

Unmasking Shame Compassion and Connection at Every Stage of Life. This book gives a developmental understanding of shame. If you like listening to books her is the audiobook edition 

International Mediation Program, for those of you looking to explore the art of mediation on a deeper level.

Reimagine Communication Program 

Thanks for listening—and until next time, stay curious, stay connected.

Send us a email

In this episode, we meet Liv Larsson – mediator, author, and long-time teacher of Nonviolent Communication. For over two decades, Liv has worked at the intersection of conflict, empathy, and transformation, helping people navigate some of life’s most difficult conversations.

Together, we explore how conflict can become a space for growth rather than avoidance, and what it really means to hold space for others without losing touch with ourselves.

Liv shares stories from the field, reflections on power, and the inner practices that help her return to empathy—even when it’s hard.

Whether you’re familiar with Nonviolent Communication or simply wondering how to engage more honestly and bravely in moments of tension, this episode offers a thoughtful and grounded invitation into a deeper kind of listening.

Let’s begin.

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If you want to learn more about Liv’s work, upcoming trainings, or dive deeper into Nonviolent Communication, you’ll find her at www.friareliv.com.

We’ve also included links to Liv’s book A Helping Hand – Mediation with Nonviolent Communication in the episode description, along with more information about our International Mediation Program, for those of you looking to explore the art of mediation on a deeper level.

Thanks for listening—and until next time, stay curious, stay connected.

Send us a email

Reimagine Communication – a podcast for those who sense that something deeper is possible.

This is a living exploration for those who are no longer satisfied with autopilot, fixed roles, or dominant norms. For those who feel that communication can be more than just exchanging words – that it can be a path toward inner freedom and outer transformation.

We approach Nonviolent Communication not as a technique to master, but as a way of being – present, vulnerable, and powerful all at once.

In a time when old systems are cracking and relationships are being tested, we ask questions rather than offer answers:

This is for you who are done performing identities that no longer fit.

Nothing here is final. Just a listening space where what aches is welcome, where new perspectives can emerge, and where what is already stirring in us might show the way forward.

Welcome. Let’s begin.