Conflict may be met with open ears and an open heart.
Conflict is an unavoidable part of our lives because our beliefs and modes of being often contrast powerfully with those of our loved ones, acquaintances, and associates. Yet for all the grief disagreements can cause, we can learn much from them.
The manner in which we handle ourselves when confronted with anger or argument demonstrates our overall level of grounding and ability to calm our nervous systems, and the quality of our energetic states.
To resolve conflict, no matter how exasperating the disagreement at hand, we have the choice to approach our adversary with an open heart laden with compassion.
Judgments and blame can be cast aside and replaced with mutual respect. Conflict is frequently motivated by unspoken needs that are masked by confrontational attitudes or aggressive behavior. When we come at a conflict with curiosity and open to possibilitiesl, we empower ourselves to discover a means to attaining collective resolution.
Explore each party values and goals beyond current positions, shift from anger to an explorer mindset -curiously finding out what is in it for me/ us. As you do so, the energy between you and your adversary will change perceptibly, even if they are still operating from a more limited energy state.
If you listen thoughtfully and with an empathetic ear during conflict, you can transform clashes into opportunities, and expand your world view.
Convert conflicts in new opportunities to expand and explore, flex and connect the dots, and build bridges.