Navigating Conflict with Civility

In this episode Dr. Dennis Becker and Robin Golinski delve into the nuanced world of conflict and manipulation with special guest Michael Lee, director of the Civility Initiative at the College of Charleston. They explore the dynamics of conflict avoidance, the power of curiosity in defusing tension, and the importance of embracing healthy conflict. Michael shares his experiences from his podcast, "When We Disagree," and offers practical advice on handling disagreements productively. Tune in for an enlightening discussion on maintaining civility in a divided world and strategies to protect oneself from manipulative tactics.   Topics 01:38 Meet Michael Lee 02:17 Fight Versus Flight 03:58 Conflict Avoidance Culture 05:59 Conflict And Disagreement 07:36 Four Conflict Mindsets 11:06 Healthy Versus Unhealthy Conflict 15:07 Avoiding Manipulators 16:01 Gottman Four Horsemen 20:12 Power And Attention 22:12 Handling Heated Encounters 27:21 Curiosity As Defense 30:07 Wrap Up And Plugs