Focus on interests, not positions from "summary" of The 7 Principles of Conflict Resolution by Louisa Weinstein
In any conflict, it's easy to get caught up in defending our own position and trying to convince the other party that we are right. However, this approach often leads to a stalemate, with neither side willing to budge. Instead of focusing on positions, it's more productive to shift our attention to the underlying interests driving those positions. Interests are the needs, desires, concerns, and fears that motivate our behavior. By understanding what is truly important to both parties, we can work together to find a solution that meets everyone's needs. When we foc...
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