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How the Next Generation Can Help Repair Generational Biases Generational biases may not always be visible or explicit, and to some people may simply seem like harmless thoughts. The reality, unfortunately, is not so simple, and can cause conflicts in families, workplaces, and even communities. However, there is a way forward for mutual respect and […]
How many times has this happened to you? You’re browsing social media — laughing at memes, smiling at babies — and then you see a post that makes you see red. Maybe it’s a friend complaining about your favored political party; maybe it’s a relative bragging about spending money you know they don’t have. Or […]
Ourselves Online: Addressing Conflict Virtually The Conflict Center believes that conflict is an opportunity to solve problems and build relationships. When conflict shows up virtually it can feel hard to address it, so we may be tempted to simply not respond, block, hide or unfriend. Or, alternatively, to get caught up in the moment […]
My dog is barking at the back door of my house. I get up to let the dog in the house. My inference was based on the assumption (my prior experience) that my dog only barks at the back door when he wants to be let into the house. People are wired to use their […]
Do these Three Things When You Feel Angry Ever had an experience ended up hurting someone’s feelings as a result of feeling angry and not knowing how to handle it? We’ve all been there and there’s strategies you can use. Here are three things you can do when you feel angry that won’t […]
Why it’s okay to be angry and how to “do” anger better We all feel anger at one time or another. For some of us, it’s a daily experience while others may experience anger less frequently. One thing is clear, however: Feeling anger is a completely normal part of being human. […]
How to Have Difficult Conversations Without Causing A Fight Do you struggle to have difficult conversations? It’s totally normal to feel uncomfortable when it comes to addressing conflict. If you notice difficult conversations in your life are constantly turning into fights, don’t worry! Many people struggle with this and we have some practical tips […]
Addressing Conflict & Anger Effectively The Conflict Center offers a six-week, two-hour class or a weekend class held on two, consecutive Saturdays. Workshops can also be scheduled in the community, such as at offices, nursing homes or churches. The overall goal is to reframe conflict from a negative event to avoid to an opportunity for […]