In understanding-based conflict resolution and mediation, “looping” is a crucial communication technique. By actively demonstrating comprehension, participants bring clarity and understanding into the conversation. Often, people need to feel understood before they can understand someone else. This reciprocal understanding helps in moving conversations forward constructively. The practice of looping, where parties reiterate and confirm their understanding, ensures that everyone involved genuinely grasps each other’s perspectives.

Join Ivan Alter and Gary Friedman on Tuesday, July 30th at 9:00 AM Pacific / 12:00 PM Eastern to explore the fundamentals of looping and common challenges experienced in the mediation room.