A RESOLUTION BY WHICH EVERYBODY WINS

WHEREAS: arguing creates an adversarial relationship; and

WHEREAS: resolving conflicts is absolutely essential if we are to work together as a team:

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: That we shall commit ourselves to seek win-win solutions to our conflicts

• By learning to listen empathetically:
  • What is my spouse saying?
  • What is my spouse feeling?
• By choosing to respect each other’s ideas and feelings,
• By seeking to understand why a particular issue or point of view is so important to my spouse, and
• By finding solutions that leave both of us feeling loved and appreciated.

Ratified, this _____ day of __________________, 2____.

HUSBAND

WIFE