Conflict Coaching
Conflict Coaching is a process that helps people to prepare for difficult discussions they are planning to have without the presence of a neutral “outsider”. A conflict coach leads a person to explore her/his own feelings and needs, to understand what may motivate other participants in the planned conversation and to set goals for desired outcomes.
At AGING IN HARMONY, we understand how – in the face of family conflicts about aging concerns – strong emotions can stand in the way of constructive conversations and effective decisions. Conflict coaching can improve communication skills to master such conversations and facilitate conflict resolution by focusing on:
- the individual being coached
- exploring deep feelings and needs
- formulating specific goals/outcomes
- planning constructive actions/behaviors
- evaluating post conversation results
Situations when Conflict Coaching can be effective:
- People prefer to discuss difficult personal issues without a neutral “outsider”
- The subject brings up strong emotions
- The participants in the conversation have ongoing relationships
- Past group dynamics have been strained
Want to find out more? Contact us for a free consultation, so we can explore how we may support you and your loved ones or clients on the journey of AGING IN HARMONY.