After reading the completion of Chapter 3, I read about many
different orientations that I tend to follow during times of conflict. I usually follow a relationship-centered
orientation because I’m someone that usually likes to avoid any type of
conflict. Although I value my own
opinion, I have been wrong more times than not, so I’m always interested in
hearing the other parties side of the story.
Using assertive communication is important when dealing with the
relationship-centered orientation. It
allows you to stay in a “middle ground” where all of the party’s issues and
opinions are heard and discussed. I feel
this is one the best ways to get through conflict. If everyone is allowed to speak and all
points are heard, the conflicts chance of being resolved is greater. I’m very satisfied with the results of this
orientation. It is the best option, in
my opinion.
Although I like to consider myself someone that lives in the
middle ground, I definitely have my occasional blow-ups during conflict. When I get frustrated and angry, I’m someone
who will drift into following the self-centered orientation. I get so angry and passionate about the
subject that I try to force my opinion and decisions on the others around
me.
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