German philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer said that humans were like porcupines on a cold night. We yearn to snuggle together for the warmth of close bodily contact, but when we approach we stick each ...

Today’s workplace is staffed by professionals from a multitude of generations, from Baby Boomers to Generation Z. Each cohort brings distinct skills, knowledge, perspectives and working styles to the ...

Maybe it's a blowout argument with your partner, that unspoken tension with a friend, or even a work meeting that got unexpectedly heated. Whatever the scenario, conflict is an inherent part of being ...

Even though conflict is a normal part of our human experience, many of us don't give a lot of critical thought to the ways we approach conflict and difficult conversations. Whether we realize it or ...

When disagreements arise in relationships, we all have different ways of handling them. These conflict styles shape how we communicate, solve problems, and ultimately grow together or apart.

“Conflict can and should be handled constructively; when it is, relationships benefit. Conflict avoidance is not the hallmark of a good relationship. On the contrary, it is a symptom of serious ...

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When you have a conflict with someone—whether it’s a friend, roommate or family member—what do you do? Do you tend to ignore the problem or avoid the person? Do you confront the person right away? Do ...