Week 5; Post 1

I don't really have any issues with being able to stop a conflict. If anything I have a problem with facing conflict. Being more assertive especially when dealing with conflict is one of my goals to be being a more efficient communicator. For me it is not difficult to refrain from automatically responding during conflict. I can understand why it is important not to automatically respond without using the S-TLC system. Implementing the S-TLC system allows us to navigate through conflict in better ways. The first step, to stop, is essential to remaining calm and taking time out to maintain composure. This is an important step because once something has been said it can't be taken back. Sometimes when we are upset we can say hurtful things that we would never say if we had taken some time to cool off. I would advise a person not to skip this important step when they find themselves in a conflict. It is okay to walk away from a conflict to regain composure and return to the conflict after both parties are calm.