Welcome to another insightful episode of “Decoding the Conflict Mindset.” I’m Dr. Debra Dupree, and today; I am thrilled to introduce Jack Schaedel, a highly experienced employment lawyer with over 27 years in the field. Jack brings invaluable knowledge about California’s new SB 553 law, focusing on workplace [Read more . . .]
Decoding the Conflict Mindset
From Conflict to Collaboration: Transforming Your Workplace with the Power of Mediation
In the latest episode of “Decoding the Conflict Mindset,” I, Dr. Debra Dupree, the Mindset Doc, had the distinct pleasure of interviewing Angela Reddock-Wright, a highly respected lawyer and mediator. Angela’s extensive background in employment and labor law and her transition from litigation to mediation provide a wealth [Read more . . .]
90-Second De-Escalation: Taming Anger with Empathy and Control
Conflicts and arguments are common in today’s world. Dealing with an angry person can be highly stressful at home, work, or in public, even for the most composed individuals. In this article, we explore techniques to calm any angry person in 90 seconds or less, based on the [Read more . . .]
Employee Engagement and Climate Assessments: Conflict Resolution Tools
Richard Branson once said, “Take care of your employees, and they’ll take care of your business. It’s as simple as that.” This principle is foundational when we talk about employee engagement and the assessment of workplace climates, especially as tools to gauge and address sources of conflict and [Read more . . .]
Recipe for a Heart-Healthy Divorce
Do you love cooking? OR, would you rather have it ready-made? Well, here’s a new twist on how to get through tough times with the right mixture of ingredients! It’s no secret that divorce is one of the most emotionally charged events in a person’s life. From the [Read more . . .]
Radical Compassion: The Goal of Conflict Resolution and the Zen of Motorcycle Riding
My fellow colleagues, let me tell you about a man named Henry, a conflict resolution specialist who is not your average mediator. No, Henry is a man of many hats, he’s a mediator, a negotiator, a problem solver, and most importantly, a “conflict transformer.” The art of conflict [Read more . . .]
The FREE Lawyer – Article about Gary Miles
Stress-Free Legal Solutions For Lawyers! What a concept! But do stress-free solutions really exist – for any of us? Have you felt the overwhelm of being stretched (or even depleted) financially, emotionally, and physically, leaving you strained and drained? Well, Gary Miles with over 40 years of legal [Read more . . .]
All you need is love
February is a month filled with hearts wherever you go. Love it or hate it…St. Valentine’s Day is here to stay like many other contemporary holidays along with their commercialization. But it doesn’t have to be that way. We have choices – it starts with awareness. Like many [Read more . . .]
Decoding the Bedrock of Conflict, Part I: Fears
A training manager for an international business shared with me a story about an online training platform that has been implemented this past year for his company. There was incredible reception of the platform in the United States, with very little hiccup or training stressors during the transition [Read more . . .]
Out of Moments of Pain Comes the Momentum for Gain
When Antonio first reached out to me, his look was frantic, his speech was rapid, and his voice anxious with despair. He described a lifestyle filled with ease, good looks and fast times fueled by his success in medical sales. He and his partner, however, decided a change [Read more . . .]