There are numerous reasons for member of a family to choose to break away and this can be both traumatic and devastating for all parties concerned. The relationships between parents and children, adult siblings, married couples or elderly member of the family can be maintain when conflict occurs and having the means to discuss and resolve these conflicts can enhance the personal relationships and salvage damaged connections.
The importance of understanding that there are various routes to take to resolve these issues and that these routes have been tried and tested and that although each persons conflict is unique to themselves, the overall aspect of familial conflict is as old as the world itself.
Involving a third party to mediate discussions is often the most effective method to get all parties to the table and talking. Mediators will not take sides, but will facilitate talks, allowing both parties the opportunity to have their say and to hear the other party out. All too often communication has stalled when one or both parties fell that they are being undermined or dis-respected. The mediation process helps both parties to regain their dignity by having a platform for their grievances and taking the time and energy to work together to come to a mutually satisfactory agreement.
Qualified mediators possess the skills to turn the conflict within mediation into a positive and productive communication platform. During the proceedings, each member has time to speak their mind, consider possible solutions, discuss alternatives as well as address clearly and concisely the issues at hand.
Each party also has the ability to call caucus during the proceedings and discuss in confidentiality issues pertaining to the discussions with the mediator. These “time outs” can effectively help to reduce tension as well as giving the mediator further insights into the most effective direction in which to steer the conflict resolution process. Mediators cannot at any time offer advice, but are there to facilitate communication and assist in finding the most suitable resolution for the couple based on the information they have furnished to the mediator.
Not all mediation sessions will result in an agreement being signed, but often lead to further meetings where issues are resolved. After the first mediation, it is not uncommon for both parties to agree to a second meeting where agreements are signed much more speedily as both parties have had a little time to contemplate the outcome of the previous sessions and have clarified the issues that are most important to them.
The informal environment of mediation lends itself to a far less confrontational environment that both parties find less adversarial and much more productive. For a simple guide to various types of mediation services, visit Mediation Process
The importance of understanding that there are various routes to take to resolve these issues and that these routes have been tried and tested and that although each persons conflict is unique to themselves, the overall aspect of familial conflict is as old as the world itself.
Involving a third party to mediate discussions is often the most effective method to get all parties to the table and talking. Mediators will not take sides, but will facilitate talks, allowing both parties the opportunity to have their say and to hear the other party out. All too often communication has stalled when one or both parties fell that they are being undermined or dis-respected. The mediation process helps both parties to regain their dignity by having a platform for their grievances and taking the time and energy to work together to come to a mutually satisfactory agreement.
Qualified mediators possess the skills to turn the conflict within mediation into a positive and productive communication platform. During the proceedings, each member has time to speak their mind, consider possible solutions, discuss alternatives as well as address clearly and concisely the issues at hand.
Each party also has the ability to call caucus during the proceedings and discuss in confidentiality issues pertaining to the discussions with the mediator. These “time outs” can effectively help to reduce tension as well as giving the mediator further insights into the most effective direction in which to steer the conflict resolution process. Mediators cannot at any time offer advice, but are there to facilitate communication and assist in finding the most suitable resolution for the couple based on the information they have furnished to the mediator.
Not all mediation sessions will result in an agreement being signed, but often lead to further meetings where issues are resolved. After the first mediation, it is not uncommon for both parties to agree to a second meeting where agreements are signed much more speedily as both parties have had a little time to contemplate the outcome of the previous sessions and have clarified the issues that are most important to them.
The informal environment of mediation lends itself to a far less confrontational environment that both parties find less adversarial and much more productive. For a simple guide to various types of mediation services, visit Mediation Process
