Curiosity in Conflict: What Lies Behind Disagreements?

Curiosity in Conflict: What Lies Behind Disagreements?

Every conflict carries its own story. Discover what lies behind it.

Conflicts are not just about arguments, but about opportunities for sharing and learning. The main secret is curiosity – the key to understanding what is happening inside you and your partner. By uncovering the deep causes and motivations behind conflicts, you can both reveal hidden feelings and needs. In this blog, we will focus on how to become a curious and empathetic partner who can recognize what a conflict truly means and how it can bring you closer together. Discover what values and beliefs are hidden behind your disputes.

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Imagine that you are in conflict with a close person. What feeling dominates within you?

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When your partner reacts irritably, your first thought is:

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If a partner does not fulfill their promise, how will you behave?

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After an argument, your partner texts you that they feel bad. How do you respond?

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If you think you are right, but your partner disagrees, what will you do?

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If you had to describe your conflicts with one image, what would it be?

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When your partner accuses you of something that you believe is not true, what will you do?

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How do you react when your partner raises their voice during a conflict?

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After resolving an argument, you feel:

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If you could change something about your approach to conflicts, what would it be?

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