Concept Map 2

  1. Focus on Positive aspects of other person

2.Call time-out with situation gets out of hand

  1. Listen carefully to other person

4.Speak clearly and to the point

  1. Don't expect the other person to know the problem without explaining it
  1. Don't humiliate other person in front of others
  1. Find solution to problem calmly and rationally instead of nagging or avoiding it
  1. Avoid giving ultimatums
  1. Be kind to the other person
  1. Don't hesitate to talk about the problems
  1. Use "I" rather than "you"
  1. Discuss one thing at a time
  1. Work as team to find a solution
  1. Remain calm, avoid yelling or tantrums
  1. Avoid attacking other person
  1. Solve conflict, make better, create peaceful and harmonious relationship
  1. Re-asses priorities, long term loving relationships are more important than endless bickering
  1. When correcting a child distracting, negotiating, or reasoning is healthier than criticizing and threatening
  1. Think about what you are going to say in advance
  1. Without putting it off find time when both parties are relaxed and ready to talk