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Managing healthy conflict

Conflict is a natural part of relationships and can occur in various settings, including:

  • In-person interactions

  • Online communications

  • Group dynamics

 

To help couples manage conflicts effectively it helps to understand the five main styles of conflict resolution:

  • Avoidance

  • Accommodation

  • Competition

  • Compromise

  • Collaboration

 

Among these, collaboration is the most constructive approach because it:

  • Encourages open dialogue

  • Fosters cooperation between parties

  • Helps identify everyone's needs and interests

 

By engaging in collaboration, individuals can:

  • Find mutually satisfying solutions

  • Resolve conflicts effectively

  • Strengthen relationships

  • Build trust

  • Enhance communication skills

  • Promote deeper understanding

This leads to more harmonious interactions in both personal and community settings.

Couples and family communication

In my experience as a counsellor for couples and families, I've witnessed the powerful impact of effective communication.

Here are some key points to consider:

 

  • Use "I feel, when..." Statements: Encourages expressing feelings without blame.

    • Instead of: "You never listen to me."

    • Try: "I feel frustrated, when you interrupt me."

  • Reduce Defensiveness: Embrace vulnerability, and encourage each other to share true emotions without fear of judgment.

  • Foster Empathy: Acknowledge each other's feelings and experiences to create a safer space to talk.

  • Build Stronger Connections: Empathetic communication strengthens relationships and helps both partners feel valued and understood.

  • Enhance Relationship Fulfillment: This practice leads to a more harmonious and fulfilling bond.

Anxious thoughts and changing perspectives

In counselling support, the main goal is to help clients manage their anxiety by:​

  • Recognizing Anxious Thoughts: Distinguishing between facts and the stories we create in our minds.

  • Examining Evidence: Clients are encouraged to engage a scientific mind to find evidence for the story.

  • Challenging Beliefs: Helping clients identify and dispute irrational beliefs.

  • Fostering Curiosity: Promoting open-minded exploration of thoughts without judgment.

  • Considering Alternatives: Encouraging clients to look at different perspectives.​

 

Embracing this mindset is essential because it:

  • Allows for a shift in viewpoint.

  • Reduces anxiety.

  • Promotes emotional resilience.

 

By being open to change, clients learn to approach their thoughts with curiosity instead of fear, leading to:

  • Greater self-awareness.

  • Empowerment in managing anxiety.

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