It is probably safe to assume that every single one of us, at one point or another, will encounter conflict of some sort. Perhaps you yourself are the cause of said conflict, or perhaps you’re at the receiving end of it; either way, conflict, while typically unpleasant, is almost inevitable throughout life, and it is best to know a thing or two when it comes to conflict resolution.
Many of us are under the impression that if a conflict has been in existence for an extended period of time, and if no efforts to reconcile have yet been made, then it is simply too late to reconcile.
This attitude is certainly one way to consider the problem, but in essence, it is an immature response; choosing to hide from and furthermore avoid reconciliation is a form of cowardice, and it doesn’t serve to benefit anyone involved in the issue. It is always easier to formulate a false and incorrect narrative in our heads suggesting that making the effort to make amends simply isn’t feasible, or worth it, after all this time. But, I’m here to inform you that it is worth it.
I would imagine most people do not enjoy quarrelling with others, and if you do, perhaps you should consider some self-reflection. So, if arguing fails to be something we enjoy affiliating ourselves with, why do we deem it appropriate to avoid conflict resolution and instead let the problem fester and continually worsen in time?
The choice of cooperation is always going to be more difficult than the choice of avoidance, and that is okay. What is not okay is being mindful of this and choosing to look in the opposite direction of the issue you’re dealing with and hoping it will dissipate if left ignored.
It isn’t too late to make amends. Trust me.
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