Changes in age, outlook on life and experience often lead to conflicts between generations in the family.
Without timely and skillful resolution, conflicts between members can easily occur and have a significant impact on family cohesion.
So, let's refer to some simple but effective solutions to maintain harmony in the family.
Listen and understand
According to some studies, one of the main causes of conflicts between those generations is a lack of listening and understanding for each other.
When there are conflicts of views, listening and trying to understand will help members understand more about each individual's views and feelings, thereby minimizing misunderstandings between each other.
Respect for differences
Each generation will have their own experiences and perspective on life, and this forms a difference in the way they perceive a problem.
Respecting differences is also the foundation for building harmonious family relationships. Instead of trying to change or impos your point of view on others, learn to respect your own point of view and find the right solution to each problem.
Learn to discuss
Discussing each topic will be an important key to resolving all conflicts. So, let's discuss the topic so that the family can discuss it together.
This is also a way for members to express their views, share their thoughts, feelings and find a way to resolve conflicts if any. Effective discussion not only helps to understand each other's personalities but also learn to sympathize and share.
Take responsibility and stop blaming
When conflicts arise, blaming others will only increase the tension of the relationship. Instead, each member should learn to take responsibility for their actions or words and together find solutions to solve the problem thoroughly, in accordance with each person's wishes.
Learn to stay silent when needed
When conflicts become tense, remaining silent when necessary will help reduce stress as well as avoid words or actions that hurt each other. Only continue talking when each person is calm so that they can find a common voice.
However, psychologists say that we should quickly find a way to solve the problem to avoid falling into a deadlock and having no way to solve it.
