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Do I Have to Keep Doing That? Exploring Healthy Conflict
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In this episode, Mary Ann and Emily discuss different approaches to conflict and how our past experiences shape our conflict styles. They explore the use of humor and sarcasm as coping mechanisms and the importance of shifting these styles to create healthier relationships. The conversation also delves into the challenges of addressing conflict in personal and professional life and offers practical strategies for approaching conflict with empathy and common ground. The episode concludes with a reminder to notice our conflict patterns and make intentional changes for personal growth.
Takeaways
-Our approach to conflict is often shaped by our past experiences and can differ based on the relationship or the person we are dealing with.
-Using humor and sarcasm as coping mechanisms can be effective in diffusing tension, but it is important to be mindful of the impact it may have on others.
-Shifting our conflict styles requires self-reflection, honesty, and bravery. It involves shedding personas and people-pleasing tendencies to establish healthier boundaries.
-Approaching conflict with empathy and establishing common ground can help create a safe space for conversation and resolution.
-It is important to notice and address conflict patterns in both personal and professional relationships.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
00:30 Reflecting on Conflict
01:29 Different Approaches to Conflict
02:29 Using Humor and Sarcasm
03:28 Shifting Conflict Styles
04:24 Creating Tension and Diffusing It
05:21 Using Sarcasm to Establish Boundaries
06:19 Being Performative and Building Confidence
07:19 Approaching Conflict in Personal Life
08:14 Fear of Rejection and Avoiding Conflict
09:14 Shifting Conflict Styles
10:38 Shedding the People Pleaser Persona
11:53 Embracing Honesty and Bravery
12:51 Telling the Truth in Personal Relationships
13:49 Navigating Conflict in Marriage
14:46 Establishing Common Ground in Conflict
17:10 Noticing Conflict Styles in Professional Life
20:55 Balancing Conflict Styles in Personal and Professional Life
22:45 Approaching Conflict with Empathy and Common Ground
24:35 Dealing with Impasse in Conflict
26:57 Avoiding One-Sided Efforts in Conflict
29:20 Sticking with Conflict and Letting It Fail
31:45 Taking Control of Your Response to Conflict
32:42 Noticing and Changing Conflict Patterns
33:02 Conclusion
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