Step #7 to PLAY NICE is C - Challenge Conflict

When my kids were toddlers and preschoolers, mealtime was not peaceful. There was conflict because I wanted them to eat what the adults were eating, and they wanted what they wanted. This lasted a few years, until there was a revolt, initiated by me. We ended up with a win/win solution because challenged the conflict by adopting the 3-bite rule, and I held firm to it. I made one meal, and they had to try 3 honest bites. If they didn’t like it, they didn’t have to eat anymore but there was no substitute. They learned to eat everything the adults were eating within a short time.

Relationships can use the same approach. I know we’re not eating our teammates but sometimes they’re tough, sour or downright bitter! Challenge conflict by trying 3 bites before you give up, and if you really want to improve your sandbox factor, try 3 more! Three bites is not 30 bites. As Kenny Rogers says, “you gotta know when to hold ‘em, know when to fold ‘em”. And often as you’re trying three bites, or three more, you have to swallow your pride.

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