Dr. Emily Taylor helps Ann understand why efforts to smooth things over with a sister-in-law aren’t working. There are different ways to go about resolving a conflict and we each have our preferred approach: compete; accommodate; compromise; or collaborate. If you’re stuck in a repetitive conflict, that may be a sign your typical approach isn’t the best fit for the situation. In this coaching session, Dr. Emily helps Ann identify the reasons why a collaborative resolution is not possible in a 20-year conflict she’s had with her sister-in-law. Together they consider how Ann might adjust her expectations for the relationship to protect herself from further harm.
In this episode, you will learn how to:
· Address your fundamental need to feel safe in a conflicted relationship.
· Identify your preferred approach to resolving conflicts and when to adjust course.
· Recognize the “schemas” or mental constructs driving your expectations in relationships
Let us know how these strategies work in your own life! Email Dr. Emily at conflictcoach@byu.edu or connect with her on social media: @conflictcoachwithdremily

00:00 Introduction to the Conflict Coach
00:49 Meet Ann and Her Conflict
01:20 Ann's Strained Relationship with Her Sister-in-Law
04:39 The Impact of Passive Aggression
08:39 Exploring Ann's Approach to Conflict
11:32 Reassessing Relationships and Expectations
15:37 Finding Peace Within the Conflict
27:14 Key Takeaways and Skills
29:29 Conclusion and Next Episode Preview