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Here’s Why Confrontation Is Actually A Good Thing
Nice, records Dr. Christina Edmonson saying, “We are wooed by superficial niceness.” That superficial niceness limits our growth and hurts our relationships.Confrontation’s Latin roots are “with” and “the face.” To confront someone demonstrates respect by coming to be with them to face a problem head-on.Caring confrontation is coming alongside, looking someone in the eye, and saying, “Let’s face this problem together.”Caring confrontation walks in with bravery and vulnerability.Clarity and concern.Steady and warm.Caring confrontation is facing someone, not getting in their face.Caring confrontation is for the leader in the corner office.
