Like a Giraffe

I'm not the best with conflict. I'm usually pretty easy going and can get along with most, so I don't often have to deal with it. Going along to get along is definitely something I've done in the past. I know that life inherently has conflict though, so it's a muscle I'm trying to build. 

In doing some research on that, I came across giraffe and jackal language. Here's a quick breakdown of both from this article. 

The giraffe is the land animal with the biggest heart. With her long neck she has a good overview and clear vision. The giraffe stands for compassionate communication. The second animal is the jackal, representing competition. Jackal language is about judging, criticising, analysing, moralising and accusing. When we feel unfairly treated, accused or when we want to impose our wishes, we tend to use the language of the jackal. Jackal language is separating. Giraffe language is unifying.

This helps to frame a way in which conflict can be compassionate and productive. Here's hoping I can learn to be more like a giraffe.