{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Conflict Resolution Realities and Suggestions","description":"Conflict Resolution  How do you resolve conflict in your relationships?  Mark and Monica Neubauer are back with an open conversation about resolving conflict in your marriage and potential with friends and teams as well. Without weathering storms or conflicts, there is no transformation of one\u2019s self or the relationship.  The Neubauers&amp;nbsp; take you through the stages of a relationship from forming, norming, storming and ending with transforming. They give you tips for resolving conflict with your spouse and others so that it may lead to having more open conversations and better relationships. &amp;nbsp; M&amp;amp;M Words of Wisdom: \u25cf&amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; \u201cIn conflict there can be some joy.\u201d \u25cf&amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; \u201cHave serious conversations face to face.\u201d \u25cf&amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; \u201cDo not fear the phrase, \u2018we need to talk.\u2019\u201d  Tips for resolving conflict: \u25cf&amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; Attitude - Be aware of the attitude that you bring to the conversation. \u25cf&amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; Body Language -Pay attention to your body language and your spouse\u2019s body language. What is being communicated? \u25cf&amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; Timing - Have difficult conversations at a time that is good for both parties.. \u25cf&amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; Voice Inflections -listen to a person\u2019s voice when they are talking during the conversation. Actions speak louder than words. \u25cf&amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; Avoid words like, \u201cYou always\u2026\u201d \u25cf&amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; Use positive reinforcement when talking about difficult situations.  If you want to start the journey to having better conversations, share your spiritual journey and listen to An Open Conversation, sign up at:https:\/\/www.anopenconversation.com\/contact  &amp;nbsp;We will send you 10 conversation starters to help you with having AN OPEN CONVERSATION.  &amp;nbsp;Follow us on FB at:&amp;nbsp; https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/AnOpenConversation  &amp;nbsp;Receive updates on podcast releases and share your pain journey with our Open Conversation Community.  &amp;nbsp;About The Neubauers: Monica Neubauer is a Speaker, Author and Everything DiSC consultant.  &amp;nbsp;Follow Monica at:www.MonicaNeubauer.com Mark Neubauer is a creator of many things. This website is for his art.&amp;nbsp;  www.TheLaughingArtist.com ","author_name":"An Open Conversation with Mark and Monica","author_url":"http:\/\/anopenconversation.libsyn.com\/website","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/25132152\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/item\/25132152"}