In a continuing blog today I will focus on some of the seven steps to manage or handle conflict.
- Look at the list of people you try to avoid. Remind yourself of who they are so you are prepared when you see them again.
- Don’t expect them to act differently. It would be nice if they did but don’t count on it.
- Make a conscious effort to hold part of yourself back. If provoked don’t take the bait or give them too much of your energy.
- Instead look him or her in the eye when they are talking but say nothing.
There are three other steps I recommend which I will talk about in the next blog. If you are having to deal with angry people in your life and these steps don’t help you manage your own response then you might want to consider help from a counselor or life coach to help you with this. Remember that avoiding an angry person is not a healthy solution for you.
If you think I can help with conflict issues through life coaching, please don’t hesitate to contact me at 361.442.9590 or holtadams 2002@yahoo.com.