Conflict # 50 – Projection
In a previous article, making incorrect assumptions was identified as a source of conflict. Let’s look at just one particularly damaging assumption. That incorrect assumption is that the other person is like you; and if he’s not, that… Read More
Conflict # 49 – Double Your Treasure
In my endeavor to help people with problems, I use something which I call the “Two-Track” approach: Track 1 and Track 2. The reason for this approach is simple. Everyone who comes for help says something like, “I… Read More
Conflict # 48 – Prevention
Group-against-group conflicts have existed throughout history. They are imprinted onto our world, as a color-fast dye becomes a permanent part of a fabric. Some have been resolved, but, as mentioned in a recent article, other conflicts appear impossible… Read More
Conflict # 47 – “One Down” Wins
A big ego can block conflict resolution. Now, just to be clear, in this case “big ego” refers to the need be on top, to be the center of attention, the “winner”. So, how can we approach such… Read More
Conflict # 46 – The No-Win Conflict
Thinking of the conflicts throughout your life, have you ever made a bad decision that added fuel to the fire? I’m referring to one particular bad decision; that is, the decision to keep addressing a conflict over which… Read More
Conflict # 45 – The Impact of Trauma
Psychological trauma has far-reaching effects. So that we’re on the same page, let’s be clear: what is trauma, actually? Psychological trauma is a condition, in response to a past event(s) that leave the victim with painful feelings, memories,… Read More
Conflict # 44 – Trust Your Gut
“Things are not always what they appear to be. People are not always who they appear to be.” The conflicts we encounter with others are often a result of one or all of the parties not seeing things… Read More
Conflict # 43 – Just Look at Yourself!
Effective conflict resolution demands a calm demeanor and clear thinking. But stressful feelings get in the way and make it difficult to see oneself accurately. This is a problem. Now, first of all … do you agree that… Read More
Conflict # 42 – Failed Attempts
You try to resolve a conflict, only to fail time after time. You and the other person go round and round, and never get anywhere. It’s the same old story. What is going on with this?! Could it… Read More
Conflict # 41 – The Trouble with ‘Why’
Years ago, I provided counseling to a fifteen year-old boy; call him “Skip”. His parents, “Chad” and “Juanita”, put him into our treatment center to address his anger, depression, bad behavior and poor school work. A few months… Read More
