Health and Interpersonal Conflict

I am reflecting today on how striving toward personal health, or anything else for that matter, sometimes conflicts with others' goals or desires. I have a strong desire to have harmonious relationships with others; however, conflict is inevitable. Over the course of my training in psychology, I have been exposed to science and philosophical writings about conflict and know that conflict is not always bad. In fact, conflict can be very positive if we can position ourselves to approach conflict healthily and see it as an opportunity for growth instead of as destructive.

So, in the midst of interpersonal conflict today, I am going to spend some reflective time thinking about my values in relationship with others and my values in striving toward personal health. My hope for myself and for others is that we can attempt to approach conflict lovingly, mindful of others and mindful of ourselves.

I would love to be encouraged by hearing others' ideas about this topic. If it's in your heart to post something, please post it. My heart is heavy this morning, and I need some inspiration.

With much love and peace to all,
Shelly