Episode 57: Day 27 | The Gift of Healthy Conflict | Freedom From Offense

Discover why the relationships that last aren't the ones who never fight—they're the ones who know how to fight well. Learn the difference between conflict that destroys and conflict that builds.

The healthiest relationships fight—they just fight well. Day 27 teaches you that conflict isn't the problem, how you handle it is. Learn how healthy conflict starts with curiosity not accusation, addresses issues not people, seeks resolution not victory, and ends with repair.

Perfect for: Anyone afraid of conflict, people who avoid conflict until it explodes, those who weaponize conflict, couples wanting to fight better, believers wanting healthy relationships, anyone ready to reframe conflict.

Resources: Holy Shift Devotionals (Paperback/Kindle on Amazon) | Holyshiftdevotionals.org | Instagram: @HolyShiftDevotionals

Episode Highlights:

• Scripture: Proverbs 27:6 ("Wounds from a friend can be trusted"), Proverbs 27:17 ("Iron sharpens iron")
• Key Teaching: Conflict isn't the problem—how you handle it is. Relationships that last know how to fight well
• Four Markers of Healthy Conflict: (1) Starts with curiosity, not accusation (2) Addresses issue, not person (3) Seeks resolution, not victory (4) Ends with repair
• Four Practices: (1) Change your goal to understanding (2) Use "I feel" statements (3) Ask for time-outs when escalating (4) Always repair afterward
• The Truth: The relationships that last aren't the ones who never fight—they're the ones who know how to fight well
• Shift Action: Think of one conflict you're avoiding, engage it healthily this week using the tools
• Tomorrow: Day 28 - Your New Normal: Life After Offense