4.2 Relational Repair and Conflict Navigation
4.2 Relational Repair and Conflict Navigation is the competency that transforms conflict from something to fear into a gateway for deeper trust. You’ll learn a clear Relational Repair Cycle to move from rupture → reflection → repair → renewed connection, without collapsing, stonewalling or escalating. Practice noticing what actually ruptured, owning your emotional response, tracking the somatic charge, taking the other’s perspective, translating conflict into needs, and choosing concrete repair actions that respect both sides. Over time, conflict stops feeling like the end of the relationship and becomes a place where courage, honesty and care can grow.