Joint sessions have value, though. While the parties may be disinclined to start the mediation with a joint session, it may pay to have one... Please read my entire blog post: pgpmediation.com/joint-sessions/ Phyllis Pollack, Esq pgpmediation.com #mediation #adr

“Cooperation isn’t the absence of conflict but a means of managing conflict” – Deborah Tannen Phyllis Pollack, Esq Expert Mediation and Conflict Resolution Services for Southern California pgpmediation.com #mediation #adr

..I found an intriguing book: Misbelief: What Makes Rational People Believe Irrational Things by Dan Ariely (HarperCollins, New York, 2023.) While... Please read my entire blog post: pgpmediation.com/misbelieving/ Phyllis Pollack, Esq #mediation #adr

“Conflict and resolution are two sides of the same coin.” – Haresh Sippy Phyllis Pollack, Esq Expert Mediation and Conflict Resolution Services for Southern California pgpmediation.com #mediation #adr

A recent blog post by Katie Shonk on the Harvard PONS blog website points out the good and the bad of using AI in mediation. The good is that... Please read my entire blog post: pgpmediation.com/using-ai-in-me… Phyllis Pollack, Esq pgpmediation.com #mediation #adr

“To practice the process of conflict resolution, we must completely abandon the goal of getting people to do what we want.” – Marshall B. Rosenberg Phyllis Pollack, Esq pgpmediation.com #mediation #adr

...a study conducted by Jose Guillermo Cedeno...of how the heat wave in Boston in July 2016 affected the cognitive abilities of 44 students... Please read my entire post: tinyurl.com/5cn8hyth pgpmediation.com #mediation #adr

“Empathy is the key to negotiating and resolving conflict ” – Arthur P. Ciaramicoli Phyllis Pollack, Esq Expert Mediation and Conflict Resolution Services for Southern California pgpmediation.com #mediation #adr

"...In any “difficult conversation,” we are having three conversations. The first is the “what happened” conversation in which, as the name implies, we try to figure out..." Please read my entire post: tinyurl.com/unhbtxh9 #mediation #adr

“The most important thing in communication is hearing what isn’t being said. The art of reading between the lines is a lifelong quest of the wise.” – Shannon L. Alder Phyllis Pollack, Esq pgpmediation.com #mediation #adr

"Confidentiality in the mediation context encompasses two related but separate concepts. The first involves keeping disputant disclosures secret in all respects. The second involves protection..." Please read my entire post: tinyurl.com/3y5ut8fm #mediation #adr

“Whenever you’re in conflict with someone, there is one factor that can make the difference between damaging your relationship and deepening it. That factor is attitude.” -William James Phyllis Pollack, Esq pgpmediation.com #mediation #adr

"Recently, 60 Minutes presented a segment on Story Corps and, more particularly, on its program One Small Step, which is “… a national effort to help bridge divides during a contentious..." Please read my entire post: tinyurl.com/388m96eh #mediation #adr

“10% of conflicts are due to differences of opinion. 90% are due to the wrong tone of voice.” -Unknown Phyllis Pollack, Esq Expert Mediation and Conflict Resolution Services for Southern California pgpmediation.com #mediation #adr

"...This article got me thinking about the use of humor in negotiations, particularly during a mediation. I have found it quite helpful. The staff of the daily blog of the..." Please read my entire post: tinyurl.com/3vk3mzt6 #mediation #adr

“When people respond too quickly, they often respond to the wrong issue. Listening helps us focus on the heart of the conflict. When we listen, understand, and respect each other’s ideas, we can then find a solution in which both of us are winners.” - Dr. Gary Chapman

"Mediation, in stark contrast, is a process that demands patience. Time is not an adversary here but a crucial ally. It’s a journey, not a sprint. One can’t rush it, as I often remind my..." Please read my entire post: tinyurl.com/yc2mrzzd #mediation #adr

“Conflict can destroy a team which hasn’t spent time learning to deal with it.” – Thomas Isgar Phyllis Pollack, Esq Expert Mediation and Conflict Resolution Services for Southern California pgpmediation.com #mediation #adr

...The article notes that excessive heat will affect children’s cognitive abilities, including the ability to concentrate, reduce the likelihood of a good night’s sleep, and... Please read my entire post: tinyurl.com/bp54j6p2 #mediation #adr

“Don’t find fault, find a remedy.” - Henry Ford Phyllis Pollack, Esq Expert Mediation and Conflict Resolution Services for Southern California pgpmediation.com #mediation #adr