Conflict Resilience by Robert Bordone and Joel Salinas

Robert Bordone and Joel Salinas’ " Conflict Resilience: Negotiating Disagreement Without Giving Up or Giving In " is a groundbreaking exploration of how we can transform conflict from a source of division into an opportunity for connection and growth.

- Robert Bordone and Joel Salinas

Written by two former Harvard faculty members—Bordone, a negotiation expert, and Salinas, a neurologist—this book provides a scientifically grounded and practical framework for navigating disagreements. At its core, it introduces the concept of "conflict resilience," which emphasizes the importance of staying present in the discomfort of conflict to foster understanding and stronger relationships. This approach stands in stark contrast to traditional conflict resolution techniques that often prioritize quick fixes over meaningful engagement. The authors’ three-step framework—Name, Explore, Commit—is the heart of the book. "Name" involves identifying one’s emotional reactions and the underlying issues fueling the disagreement. "Explore" encourages authentic engagement with others’ perspectives through