Category Archives: Conflicts

How to Get out of the Blame Game

“She made me angry! That’s why I hit her” Billy protested when his mother rebuked him for hitting his little sister. Susan defended her rude behavior to her friend Susie, “I was mean with her because of what she did.” … Continue reading →

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Is Criticism the Best Way to Get a Person to Change?

Do you think that criticizing someone over and over is the way you get them to change? You know the “How many times have I told you…” syndrome. Sometimes we think with our children or spouses or other loved ones … Continue reading →

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How to Let Go of an Offense

Whatever you focus on increases. If you focus on an offense from someone, the anger and resentment increases. If you focus on trying to understand yourself and the other person, your wisdom and understanding will increase. You’ll find a new … Continue reading →

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Relationship Help~3 Tips for Solving Any Problem You Face

When you face a challenging relationship problem or are in a difficult situation, what do you do? Do you try to work things out by yourself. Do you stay stuck in a rut? Do you withdraw? Do you run from … Continue reading →

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Resolving Conflict – How to Overcome Resistance to Something You Request

Today, I took charge of a situation and received resistance from a family member. When I shared this later with a older friend, she advised me, “Ask questions. I’ve found people in general and my husband in particular to be … Continue reading →

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Relationship Help: How to Handle Relationship Mistakes

Have you ever blown it in the way you handled a relationship or a relationship situation? Maybe you you were not as considerate or as kind as you would like. Maybe you made a  mistake that caused hurt to the other person … Continue reading →

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Building Trust in Relationships: What Helps Someone Depend on You?

Have you ever depended on someone who said they would be at a certain place at a designated time and they never show up? Or have you relied on someone who says they will help you when you truly need … Continue reading →

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Conflict Resolution: Do You Walk on Eggshells Around Certain People?

Do you feel like you are walking on eggshells around some people? This post will give you some tips and insights how to respond to the person that will empower you.
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Conflict Resolution: What Do You Do When Someone is Controlling?

Everyone likes to be in control or feel in control of their lives. However, some people are more controlling than others. How do you handle someone who insists on their way? Sue* has a cousin, Dick* who she thinks is … Continue reading →

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Conflict Resolution: When You Feel Wronged, Do You Keep Score?

When you feel wronged, do you deal with it in a straightforward way or do you tuck the offense away and let it build up. Recently, I urged a friend to deal with an offense they had with a family … Continue reading →

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