Who can't relate to the following scenario: We don't understand the behaviour of others; others don't understand us, leading to an inevitable conflict. Communication is said to be the key to solving conflicts. For best results, this communication should occur in a competent manner. However, what exactly does competent communication entail, and above all, how does it work? A specific factor underlying our behaviour namely, psychological needs, has long been considered within the field of meditation and nonviolent communication. Within the framework of psychological research it seems as though...