Four tactics that can help with conflict

Expect conflict. Know that it’s coming so it doesn’t take you by surprise.

Control your emotions. A solid debate is far different than a shouting match.

Affirm the person you are confronting. Presumably, this is someone you care about if you’re willing to engage, so take some time to point out good things along the way.

Understand you could be wrong. I see this one as perhaps being the most important, but also the most difficult.