Series 2 Wrap Up
Description
In this episode of "All Things Conflict," Maria reflects on the key insights gained from a series of conversations with leaders and executives, emphasizing the importance of slowing down and truly listening to one another. The discussion highlights how people desire to feel valued and heard, yet often, conversations are dominated by a debate model that prioritises winning arguments over understanding. Maria argues that listening is an art that is rarely taught, leading to misunderstandings and unnecessary conflicts in various aspects of life, from personal relationships to the workplace. To address this, the episode introduces the concept of dialogue as a remedy, advocating for a collaborative approach where every participant contributes to the solution. Maria encourages listeners to consider the transformative potential of genuine listening and connection in their own lives and communities.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Importance of Listening: A recurring theme in the discussions with leaders is the significance of slowing down and truly listening to others, as it fosters a sense of value and importance in conversations.
Art of Conversation: Effective communication is an art that is often overlooked in formal education. While technical aspects of language are taught, the nuances of having meaningful conversations, especially when emotions are involved, are not.
Debate vs. Dialogue: Society tends to favor a debate model of conversation, which can lead to unnecessary arguments. In contrast, dialogue encourages collaboration and understanding, recognizing that everyone has a piece of the solution.
Need for Unlearning: To engage in productive dialogue, individuals must unlearn the debate model that they are accustomed to and adopt a mindset that values listening and connection.
Building Connections: Taking the time to build quality connections through listening can transform interactions in various settings, including workplaces, homes, and social environments, ultimately leading to more effective problem-solving.
SOCIAL LINKS
www.centreforpeacefulsolutions.org
HOST BIO
Maria founded the Centre for Peaceful Solutions in response to the fatal shooting of a 7 year old in her neighbourhood. She developed a model of conflict resolution for violent crime using her brainchild, the Dialogue Road Map (DRM).
Over 30 years she has mediated everything from threat to life gang disputes to high stakes business deals gone wrong, Maria empowers people to resolve conflict without reliance on experts. So she trains violent prisoners to be facilitators, leaders to be effective communicators, teenagers to be peer mediators and neighbours to be tenant listeners within their respective communities.
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