Am I bad at conflict?
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Am I bad at conflict?

B2Upper-intermediateOctober 22, 20261 hr
  • Relationships & psychology

Conflict is inevitable, so why are we so bad at it? In this special featured episode from the new TED podcast, Corner Piece, host Taha investigates the nature of conflict to help his co-hosts, Melissa and Sabrina (and all of us), find healthier ways to handle conflict. He interviews Harville Hendrix, a couples therapist with over 50 years of experience, and Eli J. Finkel, a professor and author of "The All-or-Nothing Marriage". They explain what happens when conflict gets in the way of connection and how to turn it into an opportunity for growth. ...

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