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Sometimes it helps to get a little dose of encouragement—along with a good cup of coffee!—to start the day. Today we discuss "confrontation".

Hopefully, the message below will help you get off to a good start for the week. Please feel free to forward the newsletter along to others who you think would benefit from the content.

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Confrontation

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Why We Need to Stop Avoiding Confrontation

Life doesn’t always run smoothly, and neither do our interactions with others. At some point, every one of us ends up in a situation that requires a difficult conversation. Yet many people shy away from confrontation because it feels uncomfortable, risky, or emotionally heavy. Unfortunately, avoiding it often creates bigger problems, strained relationships, and unresolved tension.

A Better Way to Approach Tough Conversations

Confrontation doesn’t have to be aggressive or intimidating. In fact, it works best when it’s the opposite.

A healthier approach is simple:
step forward, stay calm, address the issue respectfully, explore solutions, and work toward an outcome that supports everyone involved.

Even small shifts—like choosing to speak up early rather than letting frustration build—can completely change the direction of a conversation.

Why Confrontation Feels Hard

The difficulty isn’t usually the conversation itself; it’s the emotions behind it. When expectations aren’t met or feelings are hurt, tension rises quickly. Facing that discomfort can feel like stepping into a pressure cooker, which is why so many people prefer to stay silent.

But Here’s the Good News: It Gets Easier

Some people are naturally skilled at navigating tough conversations. Most of us aren’t.
But like any other skill, the more you practice, the more confident you become.

Every time you choose to face a situation rather than avoid it, you build emotional strength, clarity, and healthier relationships—personally and professionally.

That brings me to this week’s question:

• Are you avoiding confrontation?

Thanks for sharing a bit of your time with me this Monday morning.

Have a great week!
Curt

About MMM: Each week I publish “Monday Morning Motivation” in the hopes that one person will find a bit of inspiration and that inspiration will have a positive impact on their life. My motivation comes from experiences, reading, sermons, and discussions.

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