The Importance of Compromise
In order for people to work together when they disagree, they might have to compromise. This means each person has to give up part of what they want so they can avoid conflict, work together and both feel satisfied.
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Compromise Takes Many Forms
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In order to maximize their success, most people probably find the need to compromise in different areas of their lives, such as in the workplace, in relationships, or in other aspects of their personal lives. By agreeing to not get everything a person wants, and acknowledging the other person's desires, conflicts can be resolved. This might take the form of negotiations in business meetings, sharing responsibilities with a spouse, or juggling different commitments to make time for all of one's personal goals.
Building Strong Relationships
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To work as a team or a family, knowing how to compromise can be an invaluable skill. It demonstrates a person's concern for the other person's needs, and his or her willingness to meet some of these needs through mutual cooperation.
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Recognizing Unhealthy Compromises
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Although negotiations play an important role in working with people toward a common goal or project, compromises become unhealthy when they undermine a person's personal beliefs and values. A person should not make compromises that undermine his or her integrity, so having a trustworthy mediator can be important during a difficult compromise.
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