How Can Conflict Be Resolved in Nonviolent Ways?
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Nonresistance
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According to nonviolenceinternational.net, "Nonresistant people reject all physical violence on principle and concentrate on maintaining their own integrity." Nonresistance is effective primarily because its aim is to deflect the violent action. When someone acts violently toward another person, he expects a certain response. Someone trying to provoke a fight will be surprised to see that the victim is unmoved by her aggressive behavior. Nonresistance aims to set the tone in a hostile situation. A conflict is much more likely to de-escalate when a nonresistant approach is taken. This method was effective for the likes of Jesus of Nazareth and Ghandi.
Recognizing impulsive behavior
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Most conflicts arise from impulsive behavior. Impulsive behaviors include fighting, cussing and arguments. A mere disagreement can evoke a fight within a matter of seconds. When tempers flare and emotions are high, rationality is out the door. A nonviolent approach from someone can cause another individual with a ill temper to step back and realize that she is acting on an impulse.
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Open communication
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Nonviolent methods of resolving an issue are open dialogue and communication between two parties. Most conflicts occur due to hearsay or misinformation. With more communication, people are able to see the root of the problem and work from there. Often, people realize that there is not an issue at all in many squabbles. Communication is effective because it engenders understanding. It has the ability to mitigate a conflict before it even begins. It usually takes a third party to mediate a conflict and espouse open dialogue.
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