In this episode, we discuss strategies to teach your teen about conflict. This is an important life skill that will help your daughter be successful in all aspects of life.
- Conflict is a necessary part of life.
- There are many ways we deal with conflict poorly, which often end with negative consequences.
- Conflict CAN be positive and improve relationships.
- Come Prepared.
- Don’t make it personal.
- Tell the story from the other person’s perspective.
- Decide if you’re willing to negotiate.
- Answer 3 questions:
- What do I want for myself?
- What do I want for others?
- What do I want for this relationship?
- Follow the Steps
- Schedule ahead of time.
- Establish respectful language.
- Concisely retell the story.
- Stay in the present.
- Let them talk.
- Restate the problem with both points of view.
- Admit your part and apologize.
- Negotiate
- If necessary, reevaluate the relationship.
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