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Category Archives: Conflict Management Coaching

Having an Axe to Grind

According to wiseGEEK “There are two meanings to the phrase ‘an axe to grind’. The first meaning is the traditional American one, which means having an ulterior motive or personal reasons, other than the obvious, for doing something. The British … Continue reading →

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Liebster Award

I am thrilled to tell you that ConflictMastery Quest(ions) has been nominated for the Liebster Award by Anastasia Pryanikova. Anastasia is the brilliant and articulate author of The Brain Alchemist, which explores how our brains influence how we communicate with … Continue reading →

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Ten New Year’s Conflict Resolutions

Instead of a series of 10 questions, this week’s blog is a series of my Conflict Resolutions for 2014. This year, I will acknowledge how conflict presents an opportunity to enrich relationships. This year, I will make amends with people … Continue reading →

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Conflict Resilience

The aftermath of conflict is fraught with ongoing tension for many. Even when a situation is resolved, it is common that residual feelings and thoughts prevail. Hurt, anger, disappointment, and other emotions that linger reflect unresolved needs for which blame … Continue reading →

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What is on the lung is on the tongue

The expression “what is on the lung is on the tongue” causes me to smile, as my mother used to say it about people who say whatever is on their mind – uncensored, unthinkingly, and impulsively. When I searched for … Continue reading →

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