From positionality to relationality: A Buddhist-oriented relational view of conflict excalation
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Authors
Kuttner, Ran
Kuttner, Ran
Issue Date
2013 , 2013
Volume
20
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20
Issue
1
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1
Type
Journal Article
Article
Article
Language
en_US
Keywords
Alternative dispute resolution
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Abstract
Through a theoretical analysis, this paper suggests that the Buddhist philosophy and psychology offer a unique contribution to our understanding of conflict escalation and the potential for its transformation from a relational point of view. In particular, it presents an in-depth analysis of conflict escalation, applying the Buddhist Four Noble Truths and Twelve Links models. With the help of these models, it analyzes the psychological process that invokes the escalation of conflict, resulting in what is considered "suffering" (Duhkha) in Buddhist thought, seen also as lack of relational awareness. The paper demonstrates how a Buddhist-oriented view of conflict adds value to current scholarship of relational conflict resolution and has the potential to help conflict specialists transform adversity into dialogue. Furthermore, it argues that the suggested framework can help scholars and practitioners who implement Mindfulness practices into ADR processes assist disputants cultivate relational awareness.
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Ran Kuttner, From Positionality to Relationality: A Buddhist-oriented Relational View of Conflict Escalation, 20 Peace & Conflict Stud. 58 (2013).
Ran Kuttner, From Positionality to Relationality: A Buddhist-oriented Relational View of Conflict Escalation, 20 Peace & Conflict Stud. 58 (2013).
Ran Kuttner, From Positionality to Relationality: A Buddhist-oriented Relational View of Conflict Escalation, 20 Peace & Conflict Stud. 58 (2013).