2). After
reading Chapter 11 in its entirety, answer the following question: How
might you use techniques such as fractionation, framing, re-framing, and common
ground for solving problems that don't involve interpersonal conflicts?
Fractionation is helpful because it allow a person the
opportunity to break down a conflict into smaller, more manageable parts. By
taking larger, more complicated issues and addressing one aspect of the
problem, a person is able to be more efficient in solving the issue as a whole.
When I think about fractionation, I think about cleaning my house. Instead of
trying to do everything at once, I try to focus only on one room or one chore
at a time. I feel that in this way, I know exactly what I am trying to
accomplish and I can see my progress. I try to outline what I need to do by
asking myself, “What are the most pertinent things that need to be addressed in
the limited time that I have?” I try to re-frame my outlook on the mess and I
try to turn the fact that there is a three-year-old running around pulling toys
out in every room, into a positive aspect of the situation by including her in
the clean-up process. I encourage her to pick up her toys and let her help with
little things like putting the soap packet in the dishwasher or sorting all of
the towels out of the laundry. We are able to find common ground in that we are
working together to accomplish the same thing in a way in which we are both
satisfied; She is not bored, and I am happy that the house is organized.
Hi Chatter Box, I really liked reading about this section of our book. You started your post by stating that fractionation is helpful because it allows a person to take a conflict, break it up into smaller pieces, then trying to fix the smaller issues to get to the whole one. I think this is a really good technique because it allows every issue to be addressed so that the entire conflict is fixed rather than only certain parts. I like how you outline what you need to start with first by asking yourself specific questions. I think that is a good way to begin trying to fix a conflict.
ReplyDeleteI really like how you apply these tools to cleaning house. Cleaning house is so overwhelming, but by focusing on one area at a time it makes the task of cleaning house much more manageable. I really like how you reframe and include your three year old into the process. I think that is a great idea and makes her a part of the process which makes it more positive for you because your three year old is helping to clean up her mess. I like the idea of having a common ground of working together to accomplish the same goal, a clean house! Great post and great process to apply these tools too.
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