“Man against man” conflict involves stories where characters are against each other. This is an external conflict. The conflict may be direct opposition, as in a gunfight or a robbery, or it may be a more subtle conflict between the desires of two or more characters, as in a romance or a family epic.

Internal conflict is when a character struggles with their own opposing desires or beliefs. It happens within them, and it drives their development as a character.

(Entry 1 of 2) 1 : fight, battle, war an armed conflict. 2a : competitive or opposing action of incompatibles : antagonistic state or action (as of divergent ideas, interests, or persons) a conflict of principles.

CPI’s Top 10 De-Escalation Tips:

• Be Empathic and Nonjudgmental. Do not judge or be dismissive of the feelings of the person in distress.
• Respect Personal Space.
• Use Nonthreatening Nonverbals.
• Keep Your Emotional Brain in Check.
• Focus on Feelings.
• Ignore Challenging Questions.
• Set Limits.
• Choose Wisely What You Insist Upon.

Many conflicts begin with a perception of threat. As a result, we experience a rush of adrenaline that lowers our intelligence so that we do not communicate well during the conflict.

How to Communicate with Your Significant Other When You’re…

1. Own your piece.
2. Never overgeneralize.
3. Don’t assume you know what each other is thinking or feeling.
4. Pick your battles.
5. Be specific without going overboard.
6. Avoid bringing others into the mix.
7. Monitor and manage your anger.
8. Recognize your partner’s efforts.

You never think about anyone but yourself!”…Here are several strategies you can utilize during conflict to help avoid criticizing your partner:

• Calm yourself before bringing up a complaint.
• Use I-statements.
• Keep it specific.
• Talk about what you need instead of what you don’t.
• Be kind!

How To Communicate with Anyone Without Conflict

1. Balance Connection and Conviction.
2. The Agreement Frame.
3. 3 Phrases You Can Use to Build Rapport.
4. Find Something to Appreciate, Respect Or Agree With.
5. Open the Door to Redirecting Without Creating Resistance.
6. Debate Without Using “But”
7. Begin with a Sense of Humility and Willingness to Change.

One major benefit effective communication has in resolving a conflict is the resultant reduction in anxiety, whether within a family or in the workplace. Using effective verbal – and nonverbal – communications further contributes to a successful resolution of conflict, either between individuals or within a group.