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Be aware of your emotions. In any situation, the point where we stop being logical about resolving conflict is when our emotions become engaged. If you’re feeling angry, frustrated or afraid, take a few moments to catch your breath or regain your composure. It does not mean your child ‘wins’; it simply means you are choosing to de-escalate a situation that is becoming emotionally charged. Stay focused on the issue. Often, in conflict you can find yourself way off track and wonder, “How in the world did we start out talking about curfew and end