A-OK
"You spend a few fortunate years on this glorious planet, make them count. Make your conflicts count. Make your agreements count. You should live your life to define yourself in the best possible terms. Try your best to do that, especially when it’s difficult in conflict"Â
- Dr. Toran HansenÂ
Why the emotions first approach worksÂ
The Emotions First Approach works because people are emotional, so conflicts are emotional.  Emotions are the most unpredictable and scary part of conflict, but they also tell you the most about it, so when you're aware of them, you'll be more comfortable and confident. You'll understand what your emotions mean and know the best way to respond to your counterpart. That's what gets you to a resolution and feeling A-OK again!
"Dr. Hansen brings a refreshing ... focus to the emotional, relational, and moral dimensions of conflict, ... [providing] clarity and empowerment at moments when people need it most"
Praise for the approach
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"Hansen's latest book ... [gives] valuable data to 'pull together' instead of 'pulling apart'"Â
"The book uniquely enhances the role of human emotions in conflict, negotiation, and conflict resolution by using striking original strategies"Â
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