Confidence In Resolving Conflict Analysis

Taking a look at the people around, one may ask, how do these people respond to conflicts in their lives? It is common knowledge that everyone runs into situations in their lives, but not all know exactly how to react or even if they should face the situation at all. An example of good response is Anne Frank's constant positive attitude throughout the events of the Holocaust even when faced with extreme hardships, and Sophie Scholl’s constantly expressed individualism during the times of Hitler Youth. People can best respond to conflict by trying to develop understanding while also keeping their own values and ideas in mind when making a decision.
One main issue in conflict resolution is the fact that some people do not take the time to look and find out where an issue truly arises from, and many let their own fears lead to avoidance in the situation. An excellent first step to take is recognizing the signs of …show more content…
In “Confidence in Resolving Conflict” by Nancy Pridgen it is stated that when you do not recognize low self-confidence you tend to, “doubt your abilities, second-guess yourself, and be hesitant about trusting your own judgment. You also might be pessimistic about a successful outcome which, in turn, gives you an excuse for not engaging in the first place.” It is highly recommended to be aware of thinking in that manner as it can lead to a bigger downfall, and like said, “reinforce your initial belief that you can’t do it.” After mastering confidence you will be more inclined to approach future situations in the same positive way. Sometimes though, confidence can not be gained as easily. Past experiences have a big influence on how you deal with current situations. Nancy Pridgen claims this could be due to the fact that past situations have not ended well for a particular individual. Since these experiences have not ended well they influence the person to stumble away when conflicts arise, even ones they are able to easily