As an alternative dispute professional whose job is to navigate conflict daily, I am often asked how I would handle certain situations. Recently, I was asked how to avoid engaging in social media battles. What a timely and apropos question! Neuroscience tells us that we may not be the best versions of ourselves when we are in conflict, whether that’s in person or virtually. The part of our brain responsible for rational thought, the amygdala, is hijacked, and our ability to use executive function is suspended. Here are five tips to help you THINK and resist the urge to respond when you see a triggeringRead More →

20 interactive workshops, translations in 3 languages and much more at the ODR Expo Tech holding on the 26th – 30th April 2021. For more information visit https://odrexpo.techRead More →

Join over 20 Justicemakers in sharing their experiences on resolving disputes outside of Courts at the ODR Week 2021. To register, click: https://agami.in/odr/odrweek2021/ See you there!!Read More →

The Mediation 20/20 Conference was a celebration of Mediate.com’s 25th Anniversary and  conference dedicated to defining best courses for mediation’s continued growth. It was facilitated by Colin Rule and Clare Fowler. Duration: 6 hours | 6 CLE/CEU. Streaming online now at https://www.mediateuniversity.com/courses/mediation-20-20Read More →