Empathy & Nonviolent Communication: Insights with Paulina Orbitowska-Fernandez

Welcome to another insightful episode of The Brand Called You! In this conversation, host Ashutosh Garg sits down with Paulina Orbitowska-Fernandez, a certified trainer of Nonviolent Communication (NVC), scrum coach, mediator, and resonant language practitioner from Warsaw, Poland.Paulina shares her powerful journey from her early years in communist Poland to becoming a global advocate for empathy, NVC, and authentic leadership. Discover what truly inspired her to pursue communication and empathy, the challenges leaders and organizations face today, and the transformative potential of NVC beyond just “being nice.” You’ll learn about the neuroscience of empathy, how listening shapes culture, and practical ways organizations can foster trust and psychological safety.Paulina also talks about the internationally recognized “Time for Empathy” initiative—a week-long, global series of free empathy workshops. Tune in to learn practical tools and gain wisdom to make your organizations and relationships more compassionate and effective.