Author Archives: Cinnie Noble
Avoiding Conflict
Sometimes avoiding conflict is prudent. Many times though, doing so serves no purpose other than to build resentment. It takes courage to face the other person and ourselves and make the effort to reconcile differences that may initially seem irreconcilable. … Continue reading
Freezing In and Out
When a conflict begins to erupt some of us freeze. Inwardly we are often confused, blocked and uncertain. Outwardly we may appear cold, aloof and distant. In either case, our ability to effectively engage and connect with the other person … Continue reading
Craving Connections
After a conflict is ostensibly over, some of us tend to crave the connection we lost. The void that lingers seems to get emptier as we realize the disconnect is having a worse impact on us than the conflict itself. … Continue reading
Cursing in Conflict
It is an understatement to say cursing is not a very useful way of communicating in conflict. Yet, the tendency to swear emerges for some of us in the heat of the moment and often with an intensity and decibel … Continue reading
Being Thoughtful in Conflict
In the middle of a conflict we often lose our ability to think clearly. We say and do things that could only be considered uncaring and thoughtless. At times, our reactions seem to be mostly retaliatory and impulsive – though … Continue reading
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