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Confrontation can strain a relationship. Because of this, people generally shy away from it. However, a tale as old as time that still rings true today is that growth comes from being uncomfortable.

Togetherness: a way to celebrate family time, on special occasions and every day And here’s how to use the principles to tackle family conflict and meltdowns… Play ...

3. You focus on keeping the other person happy. People-pleasing can look pretty similar to avoiding confrontation—and to be fair, they share a common hatred for conflict and drama.

To help you figure out your conflict style, SELF asked experts to break down a few common patterns they’ve seen in relationships. Read on to see which one (s) resonate with you most.

This style involves sidestepping conflict, avoiding both your concerns and those of others. It can be useful for diplomatically bypassing sensitive issues or when the topic of conflict isn’t ...

In conflict management, the positive aspects of a clash are seen as a good thing and a means to boost problem-solving abilities, increase involvement, clarify issues, and ultimately end up with a ...