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resolution / ˌrɛzəˈluːʃən /nounThe act of solving a dispute or conflict
Conflict Resolution is essential for maintaining healthy relationships.
mediationarbitrationnegotiation
simply; just
He was merely asking a question.
onlyjustsimply
inevitable / ɪˈnevɪtəbəl /adjectivecertain to happen; unavoidable
Death and taxes are inevitable.
unavoidableinescapable
angry or bitter disagreement over fundamental issues; conflict
The strike was the result of much strife.
conflictdiscordfriction
constructively / kənˈstrʌktɪvli /adverbIn a way that is helpful or likely to produce good results
They worked constructively to resolve the dispute.
positivelyeffectively
cornerstone / ˈkɔːrnərstoʊn /nounThe fundamental or most important part of something
Honesty is a cornerstone of any healthy relationship.
foundationbasiskeystone
navigate / ˈnævɪɡeɪt /verbto find one's way through a particular environment
The ship navigated the narrow strait.
guidesteermaneuver
roadblocks / ˈroʊdˌblɑːks /nounobstacles or difficulties that impede progress or success
relationship roadblocks
challengesobstaclesdifficulties
undivided / ˌʌndɪˈvaɪdɪd /adjectivecomplete and concentrated
give them your undivided attention
fullcompletefocused
reinforcements / ˌriːɪnˈfɔːrsmənts /nounExtra people or resources sent to increase the strength of an existing group or operation
When to Call in Reinforcements
backupsupportreinforceextra resources
To encourage or promote the development of something
The company fosters a spirit of innovation among its employees.
encouragepromotecultivatenurture
utilize / ˈjuːtəlaɪz /verbto make practical and effective use of
Instead, utilize 'I' statements.
useapplyemploy