What is Nonjudgment?

Nonjudgment is to communicate without criticism.

Judgment is criticism.  It is negative and disparaging words directed at another without the opportunity for understanding of the other person’s point of view, position.  You can disagree with another and do so with kindness and the generous nature of your heart open to be accepting of another’s different way of thought.

You can be nonjudgmental and still state your opinion. 

It is in the delivery of your message and the intention that fuels that message, that is so important.

The defining factor between judgment and nonjudgment is the way in which you portray the message.  It must be respectful and kind.

Notice when you are speaking with judgment unto yourself.  What do you say? What are the impact of your words?

Now can you rephrase what you have spoken, whether inward or aloud ~ unto yourself?

Nonjudgment is kind. It offers a place for you to breathe ~ to reexamine ~ to exist in the space and time of your decision and to decide what is truly best now.

Through nonjudgment we align ourselves with another; to seek greater understanding and the wisdom that allows us to live in harmony, to encourage, to be uplifting, to demonstrate loving-kindness ~ to masterfully accept that another person is finding their way.

Be supportive of that journey.  Be honest ~ in the absence of criticism.  Hope your heart first to share your truth.  Sometimes that is all that is needed.

namaste