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Direct Communication in Conflict

Direct Communication in the Context of Conflict

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Last updated: October 6, 2023

Authors: Dragonfly Partners

Tags: Conflict Resolution Communication Relationships

Link to resource: Google Drive

From Dragonfly Partners. Shared as part of In It Together: A Framework For Conflict Transformation In Movement-Building Groups

To communicate directly when in a conflict is to engage with others in a way that is clear, explicit, unambiguous and honest AND maintains connection with the other person. It is to demonstrate care about the impact of your words on the other person, while at the same time speaking your truth.

Direct communication in a conflict is NOT dumping on the other person, being aggressive, blaming or judging. It is also not softening your words with caveats, prefaces and disclaimers to avoid hurting or offending the other person.

To be direct is to say what you mean, with care, and then be interested in how your words land on the other person.

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