Fear of conflict goes deep for many of us, especially for sensitive introverts. Imagine a situation where you did experience conflict. It might have been with a boss, a critical colleague or teacher, a parent, a friend, an intimate partner. Notice that with all of these, at least one other person ... [ Read More ]
Conflict, Difficult Conversations and Peace
In the midst of a very hard conversation recently, I had the incredible urge to smile and pat myself on the shoulder. I suppressed it – it was just not the right moment. 😊 Mind if I share why? For the longest time, I was afraid of conflict and getting into arguments. Not just afraid. Petrified. In ... [ Read More ]
Fear of Conflict and Losing Relationships
A few years ago, I lost a beautiful friendship. Mostly because I was too terrified to have a difficult conversation with her. This friend was particularly precious to me. We’d enjoyed 7 years of a growing, beautiful and ever-deepening friendship. We talked almost daily, sharing just about all our ... [ Read More ]
Practice, Practice, Practice (the right strategy) is what makes all the difference…
This morning my valued colleague, Alison Gitelson and I, were brainstorming and preparing for our online conflict workshop next week. Something happened towards the end of our hour, that got me thinking again about the value of practice, practice, practice. Alison and I have known each other ... [ Read More ]
Rachel Alexandria on Avoiding Conflict and Difficult Conversations
Psychotherapist and Difficult Conversations Expert Rachel Alexandria teaches corporate climbers and business owners how to get clear of their caretaking and conflict-avoidance and start leading the brilliant lives they are meant to live. Trusted by clients and fans as a therapist who walks her talk, ... [ Read More ]