Leann and Melissa discuss tools for conflict resolution, including how to approach difficult conversations, and ways to choose curiosity and peace.

Ponder Questions:

How do I look at conflict?

Am I taking accountability for my own choices?

What is the condition of my heart?

Am I willing to see from someone else’s perspective?

Am I dehumanizing others?

Am I looking at people as people to be loved?

Is my heart at war?

Am I creating a supportive environment?

Am I seeing how I can change?

What am I misunderstanding?

Am I being curious?

Am I allowing others to express how they are feeling?

Am I willing to problem solve?

Am I willing to look inside and see where I am contributing to the problem?

Invitation:

Ask yourself, “Where can I start to change?”

Look for areas where you are trying to create war. 

References:

VOCAB concept comes from Clair Canfield, a principal lecturer at Utah State University. He runs Canfield Conflict & Collaboration Consulting (canfieldconsulting.net). 

The Anatomy of Peace: Resolving the Heart of Conflict: Fifth Edition, The Arbinger Institute 

The Peacegiver: How Christ Offers to Heal Our Hearts and Homes, James L. Ferrell 

Difficult Conversations: How to Discuss What Matters Most, Douglas Stone, Bruce Patton, Sheila Helen

Dignity Index, dignity.us

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey, Peter Jackson, 2012 

“Keep the Lines of Communication Strong,” Spencer W. Kimball, April 1972 General Conference

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