The idea that I would like to take from this chapter is
conflict and how hard it is for me to stop it. I chose this idea/concept
because conflict happens on a daily basis with pretty much everyone. Conflict is
almost impossible to prevent but I believe it is how you deal with it that
makes it either a big conflict or a small conflict. I feel that I do not have a
problem when dealing with conflict. I think I am able to solve conflicts pretty
well. For example, the other day I was talking with my roommate on which one of
us should drive to school. Neither of us wanted to and it started to become a
conflict. I stepped back from the situation, kept myself calm, and looked at my
side and his side. I drove the last time so it was his turn to drive. I felt it
was unfair that I had to drive again and he just didn’t want to drive at all.
In the end, I looked at both sides of the spectrum and we both came to the
conclusion that he was going to drive because it was the fair thing to do. Although
this conflict wasn’t a big conflict, it could’ve turned into something very
big. By keeping myself calm and keeping a clear mind allowed this conflict to
become resolved.
I chose to comment on this post because I can relate to your situation. No one wants to have conflict in their life, especially with a roommate. The fact that you were able to step back, not become hostile and present your case to your roommate shows a certain level of maturity as well as a certain level of respect because you didn't let the situation become hostile, and the conflict was resolved fairly, and in a timely manner. Staying calm is always the key and when dealing with a roommate no one wants drama because you have to see them everyday.
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