A Conflict I Experienced

Honestly, I cannot remember a conflict I've experienced off the top of my head that would be exciting to read or discuss. But I guess I could talk about conflicts with siblings since those of us who do have siblings know the struggle. My brother and I argue and fight through conflicts as often as the "L" train in Chicago stops (every 9-12 minutes). If it is a serious conflict our actions or words usually make it worse. However, if it is a less serious conflict such as a disagreement on what the main difference between a supercharger and a turbocharger is we usually make a joke or game out of it rather than escalate the situation.

1. Discuss a time you had an emotional conflict with someone. What was it about? What happened?

I had one emotional conflict with a parent where I lost trust with the parent.

2. What was the source of the conflict?

I won't go into much detail because it is a private matter that has been put behind us but I was basically caught in a lie involving a girl I was seeing at the time.

3. How did you handle that conflict?

I handled the conflict poorly by denying the situation and making up an untrue circumstance.

4. Did your actions make the conflict better or worse?

My actions definitely made it worse

5. If you could go back, what would you do differently, if anything?

I would definitely not have broken the trust. Trust is one of those things that take a long time to build but can be easily lost in an instant

6. What did you learn from this experience?

I'm too old for those childish games and lies. The situation would have probably played out differently if I just confessed or told the truth in the first place. There is really no need to hurt someone who unconditionally loves you.