Recently,
I met a person who was experiencing intense conflict over office procedures and
policies. What appeared to be a secondary issue, but turned out to be the
primary issue, was this person’s fear of conflict and confrontation. He
preferred to pout and internalize frustration rather than to be "up
front" with the issues.
There are several ways to manage
conflict. One is to endure in silence and become a helpless victim. A healthier
way to manage is to be open and truthful, carefully explaining what you think
and need. Then request the person's help and support for resolving problems.
Change usually requires patience and endurance for appropriate change to become
a reality.
Endurance displays character strengths. Endurance makes emotional and spiritual
transformation possible. Character strengths come from believing the Lord God
will use any situation to let you know he is interested in you and will give
you strength to endure. You can love and trust him to faithfully keep his
promises.
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