Mediation Blog
Negotiating by Text
My husband and I have two senior dogs and plan to go out of town. I contacted a dog-sitting service that specializes in senior dogs. I telephoned the owner and left a message. She called [Read More]
Your Moral Compass and Self-Awareness
A recent study discussed in Livescience suggests that when we are confronted with a moral dilemma, we resolve it by listening to our bodies. In “Your moral compass is tied to how in tune you [Read More]
Settlement: It Is All In The Details.
A recent mediation involved restoring a vehicle. The plaintiff alleged she was overcharged, which the defendants disputed. To resolve the litigation, the plaintiff wanted a substantial portion of her money refunded. After a few hours [Read More]
The Eyes Have It.
Have you ever looked at someone solely based on their gaze and felt that you could read their intentions? If so, you are right. A recent study showed that “People can read intention in each [Read More]
Empathy As A Deceptive Tactic
The New York Times Opinion published a guest essay entitled “The Dark Side of Empathy” on May 4, 2025. While it has a political slant, it raises the question of whether empathy is [Read More]
Mediation as an Agent for Change
In teaching mediation, I discuss the notion that mediation is a process of change, and like all changes, it takes time. It is often a slow process because it entails transformation. The mediation session is [Read More]
