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Fight or Flight in Relationship Conflict (Ezine Article)

October 23, 2020

The fight or flight response is a natural response to danger. Our bodies are created to fight or flee when danger is upon us, such as being attacked by a mountain lion. When faced with this kind of danger, the stress hormones pour into our body, causing some blood to leave our brains and organs and go into our arms and legs.

Resolving Conflict without Tearing Your Spouse to Shreds (Ezine Article)

September 25, 2020

There are few things that can damage a marriage or any relationship for that matter than lack of conflict resolution skills. I tend to be quite aggressive and have left my husband wondering what just hit him when I get going with a verbal attack.

Conflicts Can Sometimes Be Averted When We Take the Position of the Caring Listener (Ezine Article)

August 20, 2020

It is easy to lock horns, sometimes with those near and dear, about opinions on favorite subjects…like religion, politics, and finances. This list is endless.

Great Relationship Advice: The Ability to Resolve Conflict (Ezine Article)

July 24, 2020

Conflict in a relationship is both normal and painful. In working with couples I have found that it’s the successful resolution of the conflict that strengthens the couple’s bond and brings them closer together. The resolution comes only by walking through the conflict and not around it.

The 3 Cs of Resolving Conflict

June 29, 2020

Regardless of how good a marriage or relationship is, there is always going to be at least some conflict. Relationship coach and expert Jeff Herring suggests three ways to handle conflict in marriage: compromise, co-exist, and capitulation (known as “The 3 Cs”).

Quick Conflict Resolution Tricks – What Not To Do During A Quarrel (Ezine Article)

May 29, 2020

Avoid getting in a power struggle. There is a noteworthy relationship between power and authority. Several times, as power increases, influence decreases and vice versa. Famous sociologist Erik Erikson noted that children turn out to be emotionally bothered when they hold power they cannot responsibly control.

7 Tips for Effective Conflict Resolution

May 4, 2020

Those who are adept at conflict resolution aim to find common ground while also helping the other person so see a different point of view. This blog post contains seven tips on how to resolve conflict so that you can solve problems without forfeiting personal and professional relationships.

Relationships – Conflict Resolution Without Words (Ezine Article)

April 30, 2020

In the last few decades, partners have spent countless hours trying to “work out problems.” Yet over and over again they often come up against a major roadblock: they just don’t see things the same way. No matter how long they talk and how hard they try, neither ends up feeling really heard and understood.

Christian & Biblical Conflict Resolution

April 27, 2020

More than two-thirds of the US population are followers of the Christian faith or one of its subgroups (Evangelical, Protestant, Methodist, etc.). Some people find it comforting to work through conflicts while also relying on the teachings of Jesus and the Bible. This blog post outlines some teachings and related Bible passages.

Conflict in Marriages or Partnerships

March 16, 2020

Couples are going to argue at some point or another. However, if you make sure that you’re arguing in a productive manner rather than resorting to a shouting match or flat-out ignoring the problem, you’re on your way to figuring out a solution that will not only solve the issue but strengthen the relationship.