10 Principles of Dialogue - poster

Whenever you find yourself in a situation where conflict is arising, apply the principles of Dialogue to prepare the path for mutual understanding.

TEN PRINCIPLES OF DIALOGUE 

1. Establish a safe space
2. Agree that the main purpose of dialogue is learning
3. Use appropriate communication skills
4. Set proper ground rules
5. Take risks, surface feelings and confront perceptions with honesty
6. The relationship comes first
7. Gradually address the hard questions and gradually depart from them
8. Do not quit or avoid the difficult issues
9. Once participating in the dialogue, expect to be changed
10. Bring the change to others

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