Most of us are allergic to conflict. When a difficult conversation arises, our instinct is to either fight back or shut down. But Zen master and professional mediator Diane Musho Hamilton argues that conflict isn’t a mistake—it’s the raw material of creativity.In today’s 5-minute briefing on “Everything Is Workable,” we explore how to override your nervous system’s “fight or flight” response. Discover why the most chaotic situations are actually “workable,” provided you have the presence of mind to stop resisting the reality of the moment.
Diane Musho Hamilton is a Zen teacher (Roshi), professional mediator, and author known for integrating Zen wisdom with conflict resolution. As the first Director of the Office of Alternative Dispute Resolution for the Utah Judiciary, she established mediation programs throughout the court system and …
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