Drawing and conflict
When we draw something while we are in conflict, we can map the conflict out and represent it in a safe space - on paper. It creates distance between the conflict and the person.
It may reduce tension. It can make people see themselves as builders of their new reality.
Drawing can build collaboration between people. When working on a project, drawing the framework of the conflict can result in two parties represented together on one piece of paper.
Drawing can contain people’s emotions in addition to their words.
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