Author Archives: Cinnie Noble

Being in conflict can take a lot out of us. Often, in the aftermath, sad and unresolved feelings preoccupy us and linger. We wished we had been kinder, more assertive, or that we were more willing to listen to things … Continue reading →

Thought it’s often difficult to be quiet and just listen when someone is upset with us, we miss the chance to hear what’s important to her or him. Interrupting, pushing our point, and other such reactions don’t help. It’s not … Continue reading →

Many of us rise to conflicts that arise in our lives and put a lot of energy into them. Such interactions however, generally end up depleting us. When that happens we feel a drain on our spirit and willingness to … Continue reading →

There are times when we become angry or feel other emotions regarding a conflict that we displace onto other people and situations. That is, we may take out our emotions on another person, or on an unrelated and less poignant … Continue reading →

Often when things provoke us we react without thought. We say hurtful and retaliatory things. And we seem to feel justified in fighting fire with fire. The results are lethal burning for both of us. With what else may we … Continue reading →