by James Dykeman | Sep 11, 2024 | Blog, Book Review, Top
Liên Shutt’s Home Is Here: Practicing Antiracism with the Engaged Eightfold Path presents a transformative approach to understanding and addressing racism, rooted in Buddhist principles and the Eightfold Path. From the perspective of understanding-based conflict...
by James Dykeman | Aug 15, 2024 | Blog, Book Review, Top
Michelle LeBaron’s Bridging Troubled Waters: Conflict Resolution from the Heart presents an enlightening exploration of conflict resolution that emphasizes the human and emotional aspects often overlooked in conventional approaches. The book’s profound...
by James Dykeman | Jul 23, 2024 | Blog, Book Review
Diane Musho Hamilton’s book Everything Is Workable: A Zen Approach to Conflict Resolution offers a unique and insightful perspective on addressing conflict through the principles of Zen Buddhism. Understanding-based conflict resolution practitioners can find...
by James Dykeman | Jun 18, 2024 | Blog, Book Review
Managing Conflict, a unique and comprehensive resource, is a must-read for conflict resolution and mediation practitioners, particularly those focused on workplace mediation. The second edition of this book, which is a testament to its value, enhances its...
by James Dykeman | Jun 12, 2024 | Blog, Book Review
Inazu’s book is particularly relevant for conflict resolution professionals who constantly navigate complex interpersonal dynamics and mediate disputes. His approach emphasizes the foundational principles of empathy, respect, and understanding, which are...
by James Dykeman | May 22, 2024 | Blog, Book Review
For conflict resolution and mediation practitioners, starting a firm can often seem daunting due to the specialized nature of their work and the necessity for a robust reputation. Alexander demystifies this process by emphasizing the importance of establishing a clear...
by James Dykeman | Apr 24, 2024 | Book Review
In the ever-evolving landscape of interpersonal dynamics, Jeremy Pollack’s “Conflict Resolution Playbook: Practical Communication Skills for Preventing, Managing, and Resolving Conflict” contains insight and guidance for everyone, not just conflict...
by James Dykeman | Mar 6, 2024 | Blog, Book Review
In an era plagued by conflict, uncertainty, and polarization, William Ury’s book, Possible: How We Survive (and Thrive) in an Age of Conflict, emerges as a beacon of hope and a roadmap for conflict resolution and mediation practitioners. Ury, a seasoned mediator...
by James Dykeman | Feb 15, 2024 | Book Review
As conflict resolution and mediation practitioners, we continuously seek ways to refine our craft, enhance our skills, and deepen our understanding of the complex dynamics in mediation processes. In The Making of a Mediator, Michael D. Lang and Alison Taylor...
by James Dykeman | Jan 8, 2024 | Blog, Book Review
In family dynamics, conflicts often arise, reaching their zenith during life-altering events such as inheritance battles and eldercare crises. Mom Always Liked You Best: A Guide for Resolving Family Feuds, Inheritance Battles & Eldercare Crises by Arline Kardasis,...
