#41: Conflict Resolution Essentials

One of the things holding us back from true connection and intimacy with others is our inability to engage conflict in a healthy way. I ran away from it myself for years. But today I'm going to break down six essentials to engage conflict resolution.
One of the things holding us back from true connection and intimacy with others is our inability to engage conflict in a healthy way.  I ran away from it myself for years.  But today I'm going to break down six essentials to engage conflict resolution.   And don't forget to sign up for Tune Up For Life!  On this episode we discuss:
  • The kind of conflict we are talking about
  • Why conflict is so important for intimacy
  • How fear causes us to be passive and not engage
  • Abraham Lincoln's approach to engaging conflict
  • Stay away from all-or-nothing thinking
  • Following rules or guidelines for conflict
  • Don't take the bait!
  • The soft startup
  • Living in the middle
  • Listening and zoning in on others
  • Erring on the side of addressing things with others
Resources:
Team of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln by Dorris Kearns Goodwin
10 Conflict Resolution Rules & Guidelines

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Adam is a life coach and counselor who specializes in helping individuals and organizations find transformational clarity.  He specializes in anxiety, depression, life & career transitions, adolescent challenges, and family counseling.

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