Consider
Our identity and experiences affect how we see and deal with conflict. Although we may have different ways of dealing with things, it's usually not good to ignore conflict, as it can get worse.
When deciding to have a hard talk or not, it's important to reflect and prepare. Remember, the other person may have different thoughts.
Pause
Pause to ensure your physical and emotional needs are accounted for.
Set intention
- review the conflict principles
- Download and fill out the Consider your difficult conversation worksheet to explore the risks, benefits and perspectives involved in respectfully bringing up an issue
- proceed on your own, or bring this with you to support a conversation
Get support
- What support might one or both of you need to engage in a safe way?
- Are there new skills that might help you engage in this conversation?