No one likes conflict ( home and work )or having a difficult conversation. I certainly do not like the stress and anxiety of being hurt or hurting someone I love. People make assumptions on the intent, many are unaware of their behaviour and the impact on others and there could be misunderstandings. We are not mind readers.
Avoiding or Ignoring conflict is like ignoring a pebble in your shoe. Two choices: do nothing and you get a blister, the walk is painful and blister gets worse. Stop and remove the stone, blister heals and walk continue in peace. Avoidance comes at a cost.
How do you respond to conflict? Ignore it or deal with it? Be curious and aware of your own pattern of behaviour. None of us is perfect and adding kindness to a difficult conversation can rebuild bridges for healthy happy relationships at work and home.