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Phronesis: Practical Wisdom for Leaders with Scott J. Allen

Bill Eddy - Managing 'High Conflict' Personalities

Sep 27, 2023
Explore the challenges of managing high conflict personalities with various disorders, including narcissistic and histrionic. Learn about strategies like the CARs method for effective interaction management. Discover the importance of empathy and boundaries in navigating high conflict situations and dealing with workplace harassment. Delve into topics on sociopaths, con artists, personal growth, and practical tips for managing high conflict personalities.
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  • Dealing with high-conflict personalities involves recognizing extreme behaviors and setting firm boundaries.
  • The CAR method (Connect, Analyze, Respond, Set limits) offers effective strategies for engaging with challenging individuals.

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Understanding High-Conflict Personality Types

High-conflict personality types, such as narcissistic, borderline, antisocial, histrionic, and paranoid, present challenges due to enduring dysfunctional interpersonal behaviors. Dealing with these individuals requires recognizing their extreme behaviors, lack of insight, and tendency to project blame onto others. Leaders must navigate through managing disputes and ensuring boundaries are set to mitigate workplace disruptions.

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