Community Conflicts Archives - Jeff Molenda Mediation

What Is The “Conflict” I Help With?

My business card and this site both say "I work with people in conflict to figure out a way to untangle the fuss, and achieve peace, calm and a way forward." Okay, fine, but what do I mean by "conflict" in this context? It can mean a lawsuit. I mediate lawsuits where the people involved decide that continuing to fight in court is not getting what they want. Peace, and an end to a lawsuit have value. But conflict doesn't [...]

What Do You Want To Know About Conflict and Mediation?

2018-02-13T20:04:56+00:00 By Jeff Molenda|Community Conflicts, General Conflict|

As I add to this blog, I am interested in hearing what questions you have about conflicts, disputes, or disagreements and the possible ways to resolve them. When we talk about a conflict or disagreement, does it always need to get resolved? Does every dispute or argument need a clear winner? What about learning how to communicate within our disputes in a way that allows everyone to be heard, and understood--does that have value? What questions do you have about [...]