Core Values Index & Conflict Resolution

Conflict is inevitable, but how we navigate it can transform our relationships, leadership, and personal growth. In this episode, we explore how the Core Values Index (CVI) reveals the underlying triggers behind conflict and provides practical strategies for shifting back to the best of who we are. From understanding anxiety cues in our bodies to identifying our core conflict strategies—whether manipulation, intimidation, interrogation, or aloof judgment—we unpack how self-awareness can help us lead with integrity. Join us as we dive into the neuroscience of conflict, the power of shifting perspectives, and how honoring our core values creates healthier, more connected relationships.TakeawaysConflict is a natural part of relationships and should not be avoided.Anxiety often manifests physically in our bodies before it escalates into conflict.Understanding core values can simplify conflict resolution.Healthy conflict strategies can lead to better relationships and outcomes.Recognizing when our 'lid is flipped' helps us manage emotional responses.Each core value has a corresponding conflict strategy that can be healthy or unhealthy.Merchants may manipulate in conflict when their values are violated.Innovators can become interrogators when feeling disrespected.Builders may resort to intimidation when their power is threatened.Bankers can withdraw and judge when they feel their knowledge is not valued.========================================================We LOVE that you’ve decided to join us this week for the Living Wholehearted Podcast. We hope you enjoyed the conversation, tips, and resources to help you transform every relationship that matters most to you. If you think this will help someone you know, make sure you send it their way or share on socials. Tag us @living_wholehearted and @terramattson! Don't forget to FOLLOW/SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss an episode and help spread the word by leaving us some stars on a review. Thanks for partnering with us to help more leaders, just like you, who want to live and lead with integrity at home, work and in the community. Go to livingwholehearted.com and sign up to receive our free leadership tips and updates delivered to you in our monthly newsletter. And, if you’re a girl mom, check out mycourageousgirls.com.   Until next time, be the leader you would follow! Grateful for you,Jeff & Terra To connect with Jeff & Terra Mattson and Living Wholehearted, go to: INSTAGRAM@TerraMattson@Living_Wholehearted@MyCourageousGirls FACEBOOK@WeAreLivingWholehearted@MyCourageousGirls WEBSITESLivingWholehearted.comTerraMattson.com MyCourageousGirls.com RESOURCESShrinking the Integrity Gap Shrinking the Integrity Gap e-Course Courageous: Being Daughters Rooted in GraceDear Mattsons Helping Moms Raise Confident DaughtersChapters00:00 Introduction to Living Wholeheartedly01:12 Understanding Conflict and Core Values02:47 The Role of Anxiety in Conflict04:34 Neuroscience and Emotional Responses07:14 Identifying Core Values in Conflict09:26 Merchant Conflict Strategies13:31 Innovator Conflict Strategies15:09 Builder Conflict Strategies23:19 Banker Conflict Strategies26:35 The Importance of Shifting in Conflict32:11 Conclusion and Resources