Wednesday, July 4, 2012

Consider The Opposite

When you are antagonised or provoked, and the only conceivable response is that you react with the same bile, to fight fire with more fire, stop for a moment and consider the action which is the exact opposite of your initial instinct and urge to defend yourself with a similar attack.


Would adopting a softer stance be that unacceptable?

Could you look past your ego, your pride, to apologise, even when you know it was not entirely your fault?

Only when a tense situation is diffused and when rational minds and calm emotions preside over discussions can a solution be discovered.

Two-step actions to better anger management and conflict resolution.

1. Stop.

2. Consider the opposite.

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