Conflict and Grief: Mistakes to Avoid and Tools To Manage Waves of Emotions

In this episode of the Conflict Skills Podcast, Simon Goode explores the relationship between grief and conflict, offering practical tools for supporting those experiencing loss and navigating challenging conversations. He discusses common mistakes people make when addressing grief, ways to de-escalate emotional situations, and strategies for maintaining boundaries with empathy and clarity. Simon also emphasizes the importance of self-care for anyone supporting others through grief, sharing helpful resources for managing vicarious trauma.

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BOOK: 

'Trauma Stewardship', Laura van Dernoot Lipsky

https://traumastewardship.com/

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TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 Grief Counseling and Conflict Management

04:48 Grief's Multifaceted Impacts

10:30 Supporting Grieving Employees

13:19 Grief: A Lasting, Evolving Presence

15:42 Encouraging Phrasing in Grief Support

20:24 Providing Certainty During Escalation

21:37 Empowering Choices and Autonomy

26:38 Navigating Grief in Leadership

28:34 "Managing Trauma and Self-Care"

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