We have choices about whether and when to interact in a conflict dynamic. We also have choices about how and who we want to be. Sometimes, heat of the moment experiences challenge this thinking – that we are at choice. … Continue reading
Standing up for ourselves in some conflicts can be a huge challenge depending on the person and circumstances. Not doing so often leads to lingering self-talk that we are weak and lack courage to assert our perspective. It is likely … Continue reading
Picking on others inevitably leads to conflict of various sorts. Yet, some people thrive on interacting in ways that put others down and creating the conflict that ensues. This form of bullying, however, is really a cowardly way of trying … Continue reading
Many of us have fears about conflict. And many of those fears are based more on our imagination than reality. Our histories and experiences affect what we carry around including those which result in a resistance that fuels our fears … Continue reading
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