by Dr. Lynne Maureen Hurdle | Jan 3, 2017
At this point in history there is really no escaping conflict anymore. Yes, most of us are avoiders, but we are running out of ways to avoid confronting conflict, because it is the biggest thing in our lives thanks to this election. As a nation, we are experiencing a...
by Dr. Lynne Maureen Hurdle | Sep 29, 2016
The divide in our country is showing itself to be a lot deeper than our political affiliations. Certainly, the election has proven to illuminate and heighten our differences, but even in a country where being different has never been met with genuine curiosity and a...
by Dr. Lynne Maureen Hurdle | Aug 4, 2016
I have been doing a lot of listening lately. It is my response to the extreme discord in this country. I need to understand the views of people who are thinking differently from me on a lot of issues. But right now, I want to talk to those who are convinced that they...
by Dr. Lynne Maureen Hurdle | Jul 14, 2016
I am lay down flat on my back, can’t get out of bed, Done, FINISHED, sick of this TIRED! I am OVERwhelmed, cried out, what does it take to make people understand our pain TIRED. I am looking at my beautifully and wonderfully made Black Sons who are fearful for their...
by Dr. Lynne Maureen Hurdle | Jun 2, 2016
Right now, I live in an NBA household and it is playoff season. My oldest son is a longtime diehard fan of The Golden State Warriors. They have had some exciting, history-making and frustrating times this season not the least of which are those moments presented to us...
by Dr. Lynne Maureen Hurdle | Mar 24, 2016
“You’re a conflict resolution specialist. I know you help people resolve conflicts with other people but what do I do if the conflict is inside me?” This was the desperate message I received from a friend in the midst of a genuine struggle with himself and lifelong...