THE COOPERATIVE OWL©

The conflict mode influences our thinking, feeling, perception, and actions, as illustrated by the conflict owl:

Welcome to the realm of the Cooperative Owl©! In conflicts, cooperative owls are the wise and empathetic souls. They listen with open ears, ready to lend a supportive wing. While others are tossed around in the waves of conflict, owls glide calmly over the waters of controversy.

FEELING
Amidst conflict, the cooperative owl often feels a deep sadness about the very existence of discord between people. This sadness is often accompanied by regret, heaviness, concern, and disappointment that other parties involved aren't focused on finding a solution that works for everyone.

PERCEPTION
The impact of conflict manifests in various ways within the body of the cooperative owl. Their mind becomes an overactive carousel, tirelessly spinning through different thoughts and perspectives. Sometimes they feel dizzy from the sheer volume of information and considerations. In their quest to analyze everything with their brilliant intellect, they can lose touch with their own body.

THINKING
The owl reflects: "This is unfortunate." Their aim is to capture and carefully weigh all preferences, needs, and emotions to find the ideal solution for everyone involved. They are always seeking more information to conduct a thorough analysis and understand all aspects of the conflict.

SHADOWS
What are the shadows of this wise owl? In their attempt to grasp every star in the night sky, they may try to consider every viewpoint and angle before making a decision. This thoroughness can lead to delays or complexities in finding solutions. Others might perceive them as indecisive, passive, or overly analytical.

ACTION
The cooperation of this owl in conflict is marked by a strong inner calm and gentle demeanor. As they work to integrate all aspects of the conflict, they are recognized by their exceptional listening skills.

SOMATIC EXERCISE FOR REGULATION
You might want to try a somatic exercise: turn up your absolute favorite dance song and gently tap your whole body with an open hand. Let every cell in your body awaken, and feel yourself shift from your head into your entire body. This could help you develop solutions from the wholeness of your being when faced with conflict.

POTENTIAL
Through body-centered approaches, they can leverage their loving attention, empathy, and analytical strength to tackle conflicts directly. The key? Restoring their connection to their body. This helps them ground themselves and maintain their wisdom without getting lost in overthinking.

SELF-REFLECTION
Do you see yourself here? In your next conflict situation, you might ask yourself: "What specific step or action could move this conflict toward a resolution?"

DEVELOPMENT TASK
The task of the cooperative owl© in conflict is to cultivate acceptance of what is. By stepping out of passivity, they can embrace the weight and pain of the conflict and transform it. This acceptance empowers the owl to understand the conflict on a deeper level and develop constructive solutions. Their ability to approach the conflict with openness and acceptance creates an atmosphere of understanding and collaboration, allowing everyone involved to grow and learn together.

So, if you need support in mastering your personal conflict style, feel free to reach out. Together, we can help the wisdom of the Cooperative Owl© shine within you!

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