Transforming Conflict Into Connection And Radical Forgiveness | Chad Ford | #138 Stronger Marriage Connection podcast

Transforming Conflict Into Connection and Radical Forgiveness | Chad Ford | #138

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Chad Ford returns to share powerful insights from his new book 70x7, exploring how fear drives conflict and how radical forgiveness can transform our marriages and relationships. His work as an international conflict mediator brings unique perspectives on moving from destructive to constructive conflict patterns.
• Understanding that conflict is natural and inevitable in marriage—the goal isn't eliminating conflict but handling it well
• Recognizing common conflict styles: avoidance (burying issues), accommodation (always giving in), and competition (needing to win)
• Practicing the "risk of embrace"—opening arms in invitation, waiting, embracing, and gracefully letting go
• Moving beyond "forgive and forget" to true reconciliation through truth, forgiveness, justice, and assurance of change
• "Rolling away stones"—choosing to give partners what they need rather than what we think they deserve
• Transforming complaints into invitations for deeper connection
• Starting "close in" by practicing conflict transformation skills at home before tackling larger societal conflicts
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Chapters

1. Introduction to Chad Ford's 70x7 (00:00:00)

2. Welcome Chad Ford (00:01:10)

3. The meaning of the waymaker (00:02:26)

4. Fear and Conflict (00:03:50)

5. The best way to communicate needs (00:07:58)

6. The big picture of fear in relationships (00:12:21)

7. The one principle to transform conflict into connection (00:16:19)

8. Healing deep wounds (00:24:24)

9. Face the issues head on (00:28:33)

10. Radical Forgiveness and Reconciliation (00:35:15)

11. The power of forgiveness (00:41:06)

12. Rolling Away Stones (00:51:56)

13. The Key To A Stronger Marriage Connection (00:55:41)

14. Chad's Resources (00:58:45)

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