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Self Improvement Journey
A core belief in many traditions holds that the human condition is "dynamic" i.e., not a "static state".
“Abusing the Mediation Process”
Two experts in the Milan UIA Mediation Forum addressed “Abuse in the Mediation Process.”
Implicit Bias is Everywhere: Even in the ER!
This article discusses a medical diagnosis--due to bias.
ACR Taskforce on Safety: Recommended Guidelines -- Final Part 3 in Series
The Association for Conflict Resolution (ACR) Taskforce on Safety in Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) has drafted the ADR Safety Planning to promote the safety of practitioners and participants in ADR processes. This is part 3 in the series--discussing what mediators can do in cases of extreme violence.
Being a Guide
This weekend, I saw the movie, Harriet, a riveting film about Harriet Tubman. I learned about how to guide people through conflict.
ACR Taskforce on Safety: Recommended Guidelines -- Part 2 in Series
The Association for Conflict Resolution (ACR) Taskforce on Safety in Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) has drafted the ADR Safety Planning to promote the safety of practitioners and participants in ADR processes. This is part 2 in the series--discussing mediators can do in cases of violence.
Worry About Hornets
On September 11, 2019, President Trump warned about what America would do if attacked again.
Suggestions for Team Leaders
Whether you’ve just received your first team leadership assignment or have been doing this for a while, it can be helpful to remind yourself – or become aware of – some guidelines for team leaders that can make your job easier.
Interview with Jim Melamed, CEO of Mediate.com
Jim began mediating in 1983 and was the first President and Executive Director of the Oregon Mediation Association. Jim then served for 6 years as Executive Director of the Academy of Family Mediators (1987-93) and then co-founded Mediate.com with John Helie in 1995. Jim has been CEO of Mediate.com ever since.
Ready to Rumble
These days are full of turmoil and fast moving social and political issues that quickly escalate into “identity disputes.”
Arbitration Jurisprudence Takes Strange Turn
The twisted course of arbitration jurisprudence in New Jersey has taken yet another peculiar detour.
Can We Ever Deal With Unconscious Bias?
Having mature, self-aware conversations takes a good level of skills – what we call Conversational Intelligence.
Eat, Drink, and Remarry: How to Get a Divorce Worth Celebrating
I was watching the news recently when a segment came on about a California couple who co-hosted a Divorce Party. Now this had my attention!
Advice for Divorcing Men: Common Mistakes in Divorce and How To Avoid Them
One of the most common mistakes in divorce is making promises too soon--here are a few others.
Academy of Professional Family Mediators (APFM) to Livestream November 7-9 Conference
For the first time, a national family mediation conference will be broadcast live, online, across the United States and around the world, via LiveStream.
“Are You Kidding Me!?”: Bringing Humor to the Mediation Process
Mediation is a serious process where serious conflicts are seriously addressed by serious people.
The Roots of Intolerance and Opposition to Compromise: The Effects of Absolutism on Political Attitudes
With increasing political polarization in the United States, political absolutists are halting the practice of compromise and collaboration for their Congressional representatives.
Trust At Work
Brush up on your workplace conflict resolution skills--and build up some trust in your employees.
WorkPeace: Get Curious
If you work in Human Resources or manage employees then you will no doubt be involved with resolving conflict at your workplace.
Interview with Bruce Edwards - The Future of Mediation and Mediation in India
This is a new interview of Bruce Edwards by Mediate.com's Managing Editor, Dr. Clare Fowler. Mr. Edwards discusses the growth in the field of mediation generally and the growth of mediation in India specifically.
US Appeals Court in “Manifest Disregard” Claim Instructs Arbitrator to Clarify “Irreconcilable Determinations”
I draw to your attention an interesting recent approach from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit towards an argument that an arbitration award should be set aside for manifest disregard of the law.
A Dent in the Universe
What have we learned from the mediators working tirelessly to promote the institutional and cultural changes necessary to implement mediation within their home countries?
Disputing at a Panchayat Meeting
When I was twenty-two years old, I did a two-year stint as a Peace Corps Volunteer. Here is a brief account of a dispute resolution meeting with a local governing council called the panchayat.
Gandhi as Guiding Star: Servant Leadership in Mediation
Servant leadership seems to fit well with mediation. Like Gandhi, we mediators paradoxically lead and follow at the same time.
Choose the Road Less Traveled in Conflict
Are you stuck in a rut in your relationship with someone?