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When having a difficult conversation, there are three main priorities for effective communication that we should consider.

by Amanda Ripley

Teaching kids practical skills to manage conflict in a healthy way will help them navigate everything from small squabbles to big issues.

the SEL Video Lesson of the Week is on How to Manage Conflict.

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Here are six common sources within an organization that may lead to interpersonal conflict. There is no simple solution to workplace conflict,

Whether you're a teacher or a principal, or have another role as an educator, you probably have interactions on a daily basis that involve complaints coming your way. The complaints might come from students, parents, or colleagues. These interactions can be difficult to handle and can really be a drain on energy and progress.


Just to be clear, I'm not suggesting every time someone brings up a problem, that it's unhelpful complaining. There are definitely complaints, or concerns, that bring light to legitimate issues and the messenger has an honest desire to make things better. Complaints can help us grow and improve.


And then there are complaints that have other, less desirable motives. I think we've all observed unhelpful complaining behaviors. Some people seem to find fault in everything and everyone and cast negative energy upon anyone who will listen. Blaming and complaining are often behaviors used to avoid personal responsibility.


But regardless of the intentions of the complaint, how can we best handle them when they come our way? How can we treat the person with dignity and respect, while still maintaining healthy boundaries? Here are some phrases I've used that have been helpful to me.

Jody Lambert

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FACT: Spending more time in conflict can IMPROVE your personal and professional relationships. Throughout my work as both a family counsellor and business consultant, I have noticed a common theme emerge that can significantly undermine both personal and professional wellness: conflict. Interestingly, conflict itself is generally not the primary presenting issue. Rather, issues arise with the actions or inactions taken ... Read More

If the difficult person views their behaviour as reasonable, then our task is to begin to wonder how their behaviour makes sense in their mind.

As trite as it sounds, there are always amazing personal growth opportunities in every crisis. Leading in a COVID-19 economy requires a higher level of conflict capacity than leading when things are stable.  There’s never been a better time than the present moment to consciously increase conflict capacity. This post explains why the opportunity is now, and what you can do to

@DavidGeurin

Tension, anxiety, and drama are on the rise. Leaders can take steps to reduce drama and improve workplace culture.

The reality is that we are often wrong when we are in conflict – or we’re at least limited in the information on which our understanding is based. Despite our lack of information, we are quick to create a complete narrative to make sense of situations.

A lot of people would agree on the fact that life is full of challenges. People become proficient enough when it comes to catering small problems or issues in hand. However, those who attain exceptional insights into problem-solving can gain success in the long run. Problem-solving can enable anybody to gain an edge over their peers and achieve more. The bigger the problem, the difference is the approach. We all are tasked with some form of problem-solving, whether it’s in our workplace or even homes.