Therapy for Conflict Management
Experiencing conflict is a fact of life - simply put, conflict is the gap between expectations and reality.
It can show up in many different ways such as disagreements at work, a misunderstanding with your romantic partner, the classic family drama, or even contradictions within yourself. The way that we deal with conflict varies from one person to another, and the truth is that it’s unavoidable.
Unlike what many of us learned as kids, everybody is not always a winner. That being said, it is possible to learn effective ways to deal with conflict and turn things in a new direction.
By adopting a more realistic outlook on conflict management and learning how to navigate it, you may find that every form of conflict can be leveraged one way or another.
Here are some questions that can help you reflect on your own style of conflict management:
Do you feel tense at the thought of a difficult conversation?
Is it hard for you to manage your emotions during times of conflict?
Do you find yourself unable to compromise and ready to pounce when you sense a disagreement?
Do you go into tough conversations expecting the worst from others and feeling frustrated before you have gotten started?
Do you find yourself avoiding certain topics or people in hopes that you don’t have to deal with them?
Do you experience regret about things said or unsaid after a difficult conversation?
