The trap of understanding: considerations are concessions

The trap of understanding: considerations are concessions

The idea that mutual understanding naturally leads to the cessation of conflict is erroneous. While understanding may help people respond to others with greater patience and compassion, it does little to change the original needs and desires that demand understanding. Those who seek to be understood are asking for a concession: they want others to change because they believe they can’t (or won’t) do so themselves.

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