STOPPING THE DIVISIVENESS: A Path Towards Unity

Our country has never been more divided. How can we fix that?

One solution lies in mastering 10 Critical Skills that help reduce divisiveness, starting with the ability to understand Perspective—a crucial component in De-escalating situations.

Key Critical Skill: Understanding Perspective

• Perspective: Recognizing that others may not see things the way you do—and that’s okay. Different perspectives allow us to learn and grow.

Developing perspective is essential to defusing tension and fostering dialogue.

De-escalation starts with mastering these 10+1 Critical Skills, and practicing how to navigate difficult situations.

The 10 Critical Skills in Action

To de-escalate any situation, all 10 skills must work together. Here's how:

1. Self-Awareness:
2. Active Listening:
3. Perceptiveness:
4. Critical Thinking:
5. Decision-Making:
6. Communication:
7. Empathy:
8. Continuous Learning:
9. Humility:

The Power of Agreeing

Brian Mendler, an expert in defusing situations, shares a simple yet powerful tip: JUST AGREE.

• This method works wonders in de-escalation because it doesn’t feed the conflict—it disarms it.
• So why don’t more people use this technique? Often, they haven’t learned it or haven’t developed the humility and other critical skills required.

Think of how effective this approach can be as a parent. By agreeing instead of confronting, you open the door to meaningful dialogue with your children.

Daily Practice Makes Perfect

Situations that call for de-escalation happen everywhere, every day. Here are just a few examples:

• With your spouse
• With your kids
• While driving (road rage)
• At work with peers or clients
• At the grocery store
• At the airport

What other scenarios can you think of where these skills can be useful?

Implementing the Paratus 3P Process

Opportunities to practice your Paratus 3P Process present themselves every day. Are you ready to:

• Be Vigilant
• Learn what Normal is
• Identify Positive Learning Opportunities and act on them

Get Started Today

Our focus is to help you develop your Situational Awareness, Habits, and Mindset while practicing the 3P Process. By joining our program, you, your business, and your loved ones can learn the 3Ps and become prepared to handle everyday challenges.

Contact us to begin your journey, and feel free to refer our program to your family and friends. Let’s all work together to become more prepared and reinforce the positive!

Stay safe and blessed.