Some conflicts become heated as levels of anger and frustration rise. Rather than speaking assertively, partners begin to accuse, criticize, or yell. Rather than listening actively, partners interrupt, belittle, and ignore. Physiologically, the "fight or flight" response is triggered as each person goes into a protection mode with little or no regard for their partner.... Read more »The post Taking a Timeout!!! appeared first on Michael Mahan LCSW, LCDC.
