Internal conflict

Internal conflict is the tension between conflicting needs, values, emotions, or goals within one person.

Definition

Internal conflict occurs when different motives lead in different directions. It may concern security and freedom, closeness and autonomy, ambition and rest. Sorting out the conflict requires naming the parties to the tension and checking what values stand behind each of them.

Key ideas

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Practice and life

List the two sides of the conflict as two voices. For each one, write down: what he protects, what he fears and what he needs.

Common misunderstanding

It is a mistake to silence one side without understanding its function. Another mistake is to wait for full internal approval before making a decision.

Questions for self-reflection

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Sources

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