Class

Article

College

College of Humanities and Social Sciences

Department

Languages, Philosophy and Communication Studies Department

Faculty Mentor

Clair Canfield

Presentation Type

Oral Presentation

Abstract

Acceptance work encompasses “the processes that allow us to be fully grounded in reality” (Canfield, 2023). It allows individuals to embrace what truly is, both the good and the bad. It enables them to be at peace with what they can’t control, so that they can put their energy into changing what is within their power. This project explores how acceptance work connects with other aspects of conflict process, including grieving, emotional regulation, and other concepts. Research was conducted by studying materials on communication and conflict processes, and by applying the materials to the author’s life. Throughout the course of the project, eight “truths of reality” emerged as significant to the author and are explored through her experiences.

Location

Logan, UT

Start Date

4-11-2023 11:30 AM

End Date

4-11-2023 12:30 PM

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Communication Commons

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Grounded in Reality: An Exploration of Acceptance in Relational Conflict

Logan, UT

Acceptance work encompasses “the processes that allow us to be fully grounded in reality” (Canfield, 2023). It allows individuals to embrace what truly is, both the good and the bad. It enables them to be at peace with what they can’t control, so that they can put their energy into changing what is within their power. This project explores how acceptance work connects with other aspects of conflict process, including grieving, emotional regulation, and other concepts. Research was conducted by studying materials on communication and conflict processes, and by applying the materials to the author’s life. Throughout the course of the project, eight “truths of reality” emerged as significant to the author and are explored through her experiences.