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Coming at Conflict with an Open Heart

Conflict should always be met with open ears and an open heart.

Conflict is an unavoidable part of our lives because our beliefs and modes of being often contrast powerfully with those of our loved ones, acquaintances, and associates. Yet for all the grief disagreements can cause, we can learn much from them. The manner in which we handle ourselves when confronted with anger or argument demonstrates our overall level of patience and the quality of our energetic states. To resolve conflict, no matter how exasperating the disagreement at hand, we should approach our adversary with an open heart laden with compassion. Judgments and blame must be cast aside and replaced with mutual respect. Conflict is frequently motivated by unspoken needs that are masked by confrontational attitudes or aggressive behavior. When we come at conflict with love and acceptance in our hearts, we empower ourselves to discover a means to attaining collective resolution.

The key to finding the wisdom concealed in conflict is to ask yourself why you clash with a particular person or situation. Your inner self or the universe may be trying to point you to a specific life lesson, so try to keep your ears and eyes open. Once you have explored the internal and external roots of your disagreement, make a conscious effort to release any anger or resentment you feel. As you do so, the energy between you and your adversary with change perceptibly, even if they are still operating from a more limited energy state. Consider that each of you likely has compelling reasons for thinking and feeling as you do, and accept that you have no power to change your adversary’s mind. This can help you approach your disagreement rationally, with a steady voice and a willingness to compromise.

If you listen thoughtfully and with an empathetic ear during conflict, you can transform clashes into opportunities to compromise. Examine your thoughts and feelings carefully. You may discover stubbornness within yourself that is causing resistance or that you are unwittingly feeding yourself negative messages about your adversary. As your part in disagreements becomes gradually more clear, each new conflict becomes another chance to further hone your empathy, compassion, and tolerance.

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@mcpoopoo,

How is your day sweetie? Here is a little something for your neck of the woods. ♥

@loaf,

I hope you are nice and cool today. Here is something to make you feel good. ♥

Have a great day Loaf. 🙂

Cherie,

You would be surprise how many people don’t know the lyrics. I have had people write
to me and say they never knew the words to a favorite song until I had posted the lyrics.
I am guilty of not knowing certain song lyrics until I really listen or see them perform it.

Please snap of pic of your daughter’s face when she sees the room. I hope she does not
see the big reveal until it is totally ready. 🙂 I know her look will be priceless. ♥
Cherie hubby B-Day is coming up real soon. ♥:) Have a wonderful day.

You girls look great. ♥ I see you Bobby Ray Carter. ♥

Joan Boyce. ♥

Have a little Joan Boyce girls. ♥