The Conflict Lab

🌍 The entire world runs on tension. In physics, nothing works without it. It keeps bridges standing and makes guitar strings sing. Yet, when it comes to human relationships, we often avoid the discomfort that conflict evokes, using phrases like “keeping the peace.”

But challenges don’t disappear just because we ignore them; they transform and create more problems, leading to issues like ghosting culture, echo chambers, and polarization. This brings us to a critical point where democracy itself is at stake—not due to disagreement, but because we lack the skills to disagree constructively.

Conflict is one of the greatest acts of hope we can offer each other, as it signifies care and belief in each other's capabilities. The real issue isn’t conflict itself, but our past experiences with it, which have often been negative. We haven’t learned how to disagree without defensiveness or how to repair after hurt.

The Conflict Lab is a space to develop these essential skills. Join us to learn how to engage in healthy conflict and deepen your relationships! ✨

📍 Location: Tompkins Square Park, E 10th St, New York, NY 10009, USA
💲 Admission: Free