Conflict is inevitable. If you manage conflict poorly, your relationships will suffer. If you manage conflict well, you'll help them grow healthy and strong. Here are steps to RESOLVE conflict. 1. R - Remain calm The number one rule for resolving conflict is to remain calm and controlled throughout the process. Rash, uncontrolled speech is...... >Read More

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1 cup of friendship 1/2 cup of hope 2 cups of love 5 tbsp of respect 1/2 cup of kindness 1 cup of joy 3 tsp of understanding 1 1/2 cups honesty Mix friendship, love, and kindness in a large bowl. Add understanding a few drops at a time. Then stir in honesty and joy for good firm dough. Sprinkle half of respect over it and mix... >Read More

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A non-defensive question gently invites others to speak and share their thoughts, feelings and beliefs without fearing that we will use the information against them. It is a quest for information that is never harsh, leading, interrogating, or accusing. A non-defensive question is: Innocent It is not tainted with underlying opinions or agendas....... >Read More

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If you've been married several years, boredom and flatness may threaten your marital bonds. It may be time for a face lift. Remember, the marriage relationship is ever-changing. Your marriage is either growing and expanding or shrinking and withering. Sometimes couples hesitate to reveal personal concerns that might trigger a conflict. But if...... >Read More

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How can you learn how to share responsibilities and work together? It's not easy, but you can start team building with a let's learn to work together date. Here's how to start: For this date go where you know it will be quiet and you won't be interrupted. Perhaps your favourite coffee house or malt shop. Don't forget to take... >Read More

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It is evident that stress is an inevitable part of life. How you manage it can determine your day, your health, your relationships and your success; either it takes charge of your life, or you do. Leonard Buhler, who has had about 30 years of experience in the business world, teaches stress management seminars and shares a few valuable... >Read More

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Has your trust been broken? Talk to a mentor today. One of my clients once asked me what it means to trust another human being. She wanted to know how she should react when a spouse or significant other is dishonest, inconsiderate or having an affair. She wondered if it is possible to rebuild trust in someone who disappoints us... >Read More

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