
09/18/2025
We are really struggling right now. We're either in fight mode, seeking to pound the other side, full of fury and indignation...or we're backing away from the tiger, fleeing or freezing, so avoidant of any conflict, of the potential of attack by the Other, that our only solution is to do nothing.
I think much of it has to do with how we were raised. Particularly if you're the child of an emotionally immature or personality disordered parent, you didn't witness and didn't learn what healthy conflict...disagreement or the sharing of hurts..looked like, sounded like, felt like.
Here's a short article that I think may shine a little light on the subject:
https://ingalarson.com/post/the-sauna-managing-conflict-well
Inga Larson explores how to navigate heated conflicts with presence and compassion. Drawing from personal experiences and cultural observations, she offers insights on embracing discomfort and fostering understanding in challenging conversations.