Conflict doesn’t have to be destructive—it can actually become the catalyst for growth, clarity, and stronger relationships. In this episode, Mike and Chris share proven tools to transform tension into collaboration.
What you'll learn:
- Why conflict is both normal and necessary for healthy relationships
- The 3 Levels of Argumentation and how to stop escalation before it explodes
- Tools like perceptual positions, chunking up, and powerful questions that resolve disagreements
- How to avoid the #1 mistake in arguments: mind reading
- Practical techniques (breathing, tapping, listening skills) to stay calm and resourceful
Learn Hypnosis Online
With the Mike Mandel Hypnosis Academy.
World Class Training—Hypnotize Anyone.
Episode Summary
Dealing with conflict doesn’t have to be painful. In this episode of the Brain Software Podcast with Mike Mandel and Chris Thompson, you’ll discover practical conflict resolution strategies that actually work. From the psychology of arguments to NLP techniques and state-regulation tools, Mike and Chris reveal how to defuse disagreements, avoid destructive patterns, and create collaboration instead of chaos.
Learn why conflict is a natural part of relationships, the 3 stages it usually follows, and how to interrupt escalation before it explodes. You’ll gain powerful tools, including perceptual positions, chunking up to shared goals, and precise language shifts that transform heat into light. Plus, discover why mind-reading is the single biggest mistake people make in arguments—and what to do instead.
Click here to subscribe to this podcast in iTunes at OR just search for "Brain Software" in your favorite podcast app.
Follow Us & Stay Connected
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mikemandelhypnosis
- X (Twitter): @MandelHypnosis
- Instagram: @mikemandelhypnosis