1. not giving explicit guidance or instructions; allowing others to make their own decisions or find their own solutions
Usage: psychology; education

Examples

• The therapist used a nondirective approach, letting the patient explore their feelings freely.
• Nondirective counseling encourages clients to find their own answers.
• The teacher’s nondirective style allowed students to discover solutions independently.
• His nondirective leadership gave team members autonomy in their work.
• The nondirective interview technique helps candidates express themselves naturally.
• Parents sometimes struggle with nondirective parenting methods.