conflict resolution
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Why You Should Take a Walk With Someone to Stop an Argument
One of the byproducts of living in a highly politicized society is the abundance of arguments. Even if you’re not engaging in them yourself, we’re constantly surrounded by people who turn aspects of everyday life into a political statement or moral crusade, and feel compelled to tell you about it.
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How To Accept An Apology
Heartfelt apologies can be tough; admitting you were wrong requires introspection, humbling yourself, being vulnerable. But the gracelessness of the person accepting the apology too often exacerbates an already uncomfortable situation. Redditor u/shakakhon posted in r/LifeProHacks about the worst way to react to an apology:
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Why You Should Let Kids Fight
Photo by DigitalFabiani/Shutterstock There’s a lot for kids to fight about – parents tend to respond to these childhood quarrels with exasperation, jumping into referee mode and forcing kids to share or apologise or take a breather on opposite sides of the room. We want peace, and we want it now … please?