Some of us may say the best part of an interpersonal conflict is ‘making up’. This may be with an apology and acknowledged reconciliation about our differences and other ways. Some of us may say though, that making up is … Continue reading
Whether outwardly or inwardly, some of us cry about some interpersonal conflicts. Hurt feelings, not getting what we want, demeaning attacks on our beings, loss of face, shame and other by-products of conflict – not done well – can lead … Continue reading
Many of us equate fighting and conflict and yet, nothing says they have to be the same thing. For instance, we might figure that fighting for something we want or believe in is the only way to get it. On … Continue reading
Running away from conflict is more than avoiding the tension, the disagreement, the risk of losing the relationship. It is fleeing from it altogether – not acknowledging its existence and ignoring its impact. In some cases, running away from our … Continue reading
Many of us do not view interpersonal conflict as necessary. Yet, voicing our perspectives and discovering where others are coming from – even when it’s disparate from our place and space – is necessary for developing and sustaining connection, if … Continue reading