The Fear of Conflict and Change

The Fear of Conflict and Change

Conflict often means that the possibility for change is in the air and people, we just don’t like that. Think about it. The greatest pushback often comes related to change and change often comes as a result of conflict and difference. Difference of opinion, difference...
Deconstructing the Construct of Conflict

Deconstructing the Construct of Conflict

Conflict is any opportunity to engage in a conversation with someone who disagrees with you (including yourself). It doesn’t have to be a difficult experience or an unpleasant one, but often the way we view it already sets it up to be just that. This is why we need to...
A Tale of Two Triggers

A Tale of Two Triggers

Here’s an unhappy incident. Just recently, I was in a Dominican Restaurant and I ordered some chicken soup for my son who was sick at home. Their soup is wonderful with huge pieces of chicken, large chunks of potatoes, sliced carrots, onions, and a spicy, flavorful...