Category Archives: Conflict Management Coaching

Getting defensive when in conflict is an important signal – whether it is us or the other person. When we or the other person react defensively to something said or done we or they are defending something meaningful. We may, … Continue reading →

One of the reactions to being in conflict is to freeze. It’s a state of feeling blocked and immobilized – unable to think or respond. We may also freeze by turning emotionally cold toward the other person. As a result … Continue reading →

When some of us are in conflict – or even before and afterwards – we tend to complain about the other person and the things they said or did. While we might feel totally justified with our plaints, we may … Continue reading →

Interpersonal conflict affects us in many ways – one way being that the emotions that are activated get in our way of thinking clearly, creative problem-solving, and decision-making. Initially emotions propel high energy to assert and defend ourselves. Then, they … Continue reading →

When someone says or does something we don’t like or agree with, we may respond with a statement like “give me a break”. Its sarcastic edge shows our disdain, which is often interpreted as condescending and a put down. In … Continue reading →