So I hope this is not too forward and too much of an advertisement or anything. I have been working on something called Non Violent or Compassionate Communication for a while, and it has really helped me connect with my needs, and also in terms of my relationships with other people. And I just wanted to share that there is a relatively inexpensive online course for a year that is being offered and which I'm taking part in... and if anyone is interested, the registrations are still open.

http://compassioncourse.net/

Sorry if this is a plug!