Conflict Resolution A conflict is a disagreement between people with opposing views.

Arguments occur when people are not communicating well…Most Common Arguments: Property Jealousy & Values Territory

Other conflicts arise from situations such as: Hurt Pride Peer Pressure Revenge Prejudice

Preventing Conflicts: It is not always easy to prevent conflict, but it is possible. Like a balloon that is inflated too much, anger can build up inside you until the pressure makes you explode.The best way to prevent problems is to: Recognize Conflict Early Control Your Anger Ignore Some Conflicts

Fight Stoppers: *Do something creative and unexpected. Example: write a friendly note. *Offer the other person a way out of the conflict by proposing a truce or a compromise. *Apologize for your part in the conflict.

Fighting Fair: There are ground rules when arguing fairly: 1. Focus on behaviors, not personalities. 2. Don’t bring up past hurt or anger. 3. Don’t resort to name-calling. 4. Listen to the other person’s side without interrupting or walking away. 5. Don’t argue with someone who is under the influence of alcohol or other drugs.

Helping Others Avoid Fights Friends Can Help Each Other By: Avoid spreading rumors Showing disapproval of fighting Ignore people who talk badly about others

Skills That Work: Use “I” StatementsListen Actively Use Time OutsManage Your Anger ApologizeMediation

Work Toward A Win-Win World! Think Neutral! Always Negotiate! Mediate!