QUICK TIPS: The Importance of Humility for Conflict Resolution

About this episode

This episode discusses the importance of humility in conflict resolution and its role in fostering trust and collaboration.

In this episode of Peacebuilding with Dr. Pollack, we explore one of the most overlooked yet essential qualities in conflict resolution—humility. Far from being a sign of weakness, humility is a strategic skill that opens the door to trust, collaboration, and lasting solutions. Dr. Pollack breaks down how humility depends on two key sub-traits—confidence and curiosity—and why both are necessary to make it an active, powerful force in peacebuilding. Through hypothetical workplace examples, you...

People in this episode

Host: Dr. Jeremy Pollack

Topics covered

• conflict resolution
• humility
• trust
• collaboration
• peacebuilding

Keywords

• humility
• conflict resolution
• trust
• collaboration
• peacebuilding
• confidence
• curiosity

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