Tag Archives: conflict transformation

The Link Between Forgiveness and Peace

Posted on March 13, 2012 by Alex Skinner

It is said that holding a grudge is like eating poison and then expecting the other person to die.  As we all know from experience, it’s very easy to hold grudges.  Yet, we know there are very damaging consequences to … Continue reading →

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Conflict Transformation As A Spiritual Practice

Posted on February 19, 2012 by Alex Skinner

Jesus had a remarkable gift for seeing through everything superficial, for peeling back the layers of the dusty, superficial robes of identity we wear,  to peer into a person’s inner soul.   Whether speaking to a Roman Centurian, to a Samaritan … Continue reading →

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Can Divorce Mediation Save My Marriage?

Posted on February 13, 2011 by Alex Skinner

Is it possible that a concrete agreement might provide you with a footing to build a better relationship? Continue reading →

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Six Principles of Nonviolence

Posted on January 7, 2011 by Alex Skinner

Some teachings by Dr. Martin Luther King on nonviolence … Continue reading →

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Deeper Theory of Peacemaking

Posted on January 3, 2011 by Alex Skinner

The model for peacemaking comes from deep, spiritual theory of compassion and love. Learn more in this slideshow. Continue reading →

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Conflict Resolution vs. Conflict Transformation

Posted on December 3, 2010 by Alex Skinner

There is a profound difference between resolving a conflict and just making the symptoms go away. Continue reading →

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