It’s All Your Fault: High Conflict People REBROADCAST: Setting Limits Without Going Over the Line
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Jul 25, 2024 Bill Eddy and Megan Hunter delve into the art of setting boundaries in high-conflict scenarios. They provide practical advice for co-parenting after divorce, focusing on children's well-being and maintaining calm. In workplace situations, they recommend the BIF method for effective communication. The duo also tackles handling suspected lies by exploring multiple perspectives before reacting. With tips to keep emotions in check and conflict manageable, they offer valuable strategies for navigating challenging relationships.
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Protect Children By Controlling Your Part
- Protect the children by agreeing not to discuss adult issues in front of them during exchanges or visits.
- If the other parent persists, stop the conversation and remove yourself and the children from the situation.
Escalate To Legal Limits If You Fear Harm
- If you fear violence, seek stronger limits such as legal restraining orders and court-ordered no-contact arrangements.
- Use formal legal steps when personal safety concerns outweigh attempts at informal boundary-setting.
Use BIF To Stop Workplace Escalations
- Use the BIF method in workplace messages: be Brief, Informative, Friendly, and Firm to end escalations quickly.
- Answer the specific issue and then stop engaging to avoid feeding unnecessary conflict.