Conflict is common.
Why bother to solve it?
Living with conflict can be tiring and upsetting.
Giving in may not help.
Both sides may be right in part.
Some Warning Signs...
Arguing about small things
Avoiding certain people
Becoming withdrawn
Feeling anxious
Conflicts need to be handled carefully.
Some more hints...
Try to deal with the problem as early as possible
Involve everyone affected
Choose a good time for everyone to talk
Work out where people agree
Establish that there is mutual respect
Discuss all aspects - both pros and cons
Invite a range of solutions
Action - What Can be Done?
Recognise the conflict
Work out how it is affecting you and others
Try and sort out the causes
Tell the others of your concern
Try to discuss the problem
Try to understand other peoples feelings
Now...
Aim at a solution
Stick to the point
Overlook the past
Avoid personal comments
Stay calm
It may help to...
Give others the benefit of the doubt
Trust others
Be prepared to compromise
With any group of people (families, friends, classmates) there can be arguments, disagreements and resentment at times, conflict may develop when people see things differently.