ERP 024: The Most Important Ingredient To Shifting Conflicts

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Conflict is normal, natural, and a healthy part of a long-term, intimate relationship. Yet, it is all too common to get stuck in power struggles and painful conflict patterns, which can lead to negativity loops, relationship dissatisfaction, and discontent.

relationship conflict resolution tips How do you shift conflict patterns if they have been in effect for a while? How do you change the dynamic if you and your partner have been participating in unskillful or destructive behaviors?

If you missed this article, Nine Destructive Behaviors To Avoid, be sure and check it out. Also, you can find valuable information on this podcast episode: How To Stop The Drama.

“The first step towards getting somewhere is to decide you’re not going to stay where you are.” — John Pierpont Morgan

1. Recognize The Conflict Pattern

Look at your conflict history.
What is the dance?
What is the tendency?

2. Explore Other Options

Are there other approaches?

3. Choose A Different Path & Make A Decision

When one person shifts, it shifts the whole dynamic.
Shifting your priority to “right action” versus trying to resolve the issues in old ways.

“Integrity is doing the right thing, even when no one is watching.” C. S. Lewis

Integrity is doing the right thing, even when your partner is not.
Commit to yourself. What do you want long-term with your partner?
Honor your integrity. Have a clear conscience by doing the very best you can.
Might be a solo journey for the moment.
Gain self-respect.
Trust yourself. You know how to handle yourself when things get tough.
Trust the relationship.
Foster maturity, strength, and positivity.

Stay tuned for the next episode to learn how to put these principles into action.

I would love to hear your thoughts about your experience with conflict in relationships. Do you have points to add to the conversation? Please leave me a comment below.

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