Conflicted

In this book, Ian Leslie explores what happens when we argue, why disagreements make us stressed and angry, and why we urgently need to transform our approach to conflict.

Drawing on advice from experts in conflict and communication, including relationship scientists, hostage negotiators, and diplomats, Leslie proposes clear principles to make difficult dialogues more productive.

He argues that productive disagreement is crucial for success in shared enterprises, from marriages to businesses and democracies, and that it can make us smarter, more creative, and closer together.