Week 3

Today we consider reconciliation.

Reconciliation is simply restoring harmony and trust. It can be between individuals or groups.

There are many situatons or actions that can cause disagreement that can lead to an individual no longer being able to trust another. Or those disagreements between groups can cause groups to no longer trust the other.

Can you think of a situation in your own life where a disagreement or assumed betrayal caused you to no longer trust the other?

How did you reconcile with that person? Have you been able to reconcile?

Can you see how a disagreement with a co-worker might affect how you work together?

Disagreements can either strengthen a relationship by building empathy and trust, or weaken it by causing chronic stress and emotional distance.

There's a lot more to be said about reconciliation. A lot! But for now, consider the questions here, and maybe it can lead to a reconciliation. Remember, disagreements can cause chronic stress and emotional distance.

Blessings on this week!