Conflict is a normal and unavoidable part of how people get along with each other. It can happen when different people or groups have different wants, goals, ideals, or views. Depending on how it is handled and fixed, conflict can be good or bad.
Here are some common ways that people fight:
Interpersonal Conflict: This kind of conflict happens between two or more people and can be caused by differences in attitude, speaking style, values, or goals.
Organizational conflict: This kind of conflict happens within an organisation and can be caused by differences in power, resources, interests, or goals.
Intergroup conflict is a disagreement between different groups or teams within an organisation or society. It can be caused by differences in culture, race, religion, or politics.
Intrapersonal Conflict: This kind of conflict happens within an individual and can be caused by ideas, feelings, or ideals that are at odds with each other.
There are different ways to handle and solve conflicts, such as:
Collaborative method: In this method, people work together to find an answer that is good for everyone and meets their wants and goals.
The compromising strategy is to find a middle ground or compromise that meets some of the needs and wants of all the people concerned.
Competing Approach: This is when people try to get their own wants and goals met at the cost of others, which usually ends up with everyone losing.
Avoiding Approach: This is when you try to avoid or get away from the fight. This can lead to a short-term answer, but it may not solve the problems at the root.
The accommodating method means putting the wants and interests of others ahead of your own, which often leads to a situation where no one wins.
To deal with conflicts well, you need to understand the different kinds of conflicts, choose the right method based on the situation and context, and learn how to talk to people and negotiate. It also means realising that conflicts can be a chance for growth, learning, and new ideas if they are handled well.
