Our lead pastor at Grace spoke from the book of Philemon Sunday about reconciliation and it reminded me of the importance of reconciliation in the context of our daily relationships. Let me identify some basic truths I've learned about communication that enter in to all potential conflict resolution.
1. The goal of confrontation should always be reconciliation.
2. The difference between reacting and responding is time.
3. Speak the truth in love.
4. Don't be resigned to unresolved conflict, which leads to bitterness and resentment; be resolved to address it with the purpose of reconciliation.
5. Process your anger appropriately--don't suppress and repress anger; rather express it (appropriately) and confess it (acknowledge it).
Each of these principles are worth exploring more deeply. In the realm of life-coaching these are often critical components of .moving past our failures towards healing and wholeness, enabling us to take intentional steps towards greater peace and productivity.
Interested in finding out more? Contact me at daleabarrett@mail.com.
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