Philosophy

Creative Conflict Resolution is a set of assumptions, attitudes, perspectives and techniques which can inform and enhance the ways that we address the conflicts that come up in our daily life.  These include:

• Conflict is a natural and normal part of everyday life and relationships.  Our most intense conflicts are likely to be with those with whom we are the most intimate or who remind us of those with whom we have been close.
• When conflicts are named, addressed, and resolved; relationships are strengthened. 
• Nevertheless, we are not anxious to address conflicts as we are not confident that we are going to be able to resolve them.  Much of what we have been taught about addressing conflicts either doesn’t work or makes the situation worse.  Therefore, we are not confident about our competence at conflict resolution.
• There are some simple but not easy steps that we can learn to take that will move us toward getting what we need in ways that allow and support others to get what they need as well.