A Holistic Approach to Conflict Resolution
Transform how you navigate conflict through a comprehensive seven-level framework that addresses the full spectrum of human experience—from creating safety to accessing deeper wisdom.
What if conflict could become a pathway to deeper connection rather than a threat to your peace?
In "Resolving from Within," renowned conflict resolution expert Ian Renaud offers a revolutionary proposition - all conflicts, regardless of their external manifestations, are fundamentally internal in nature. This perspective shifts our attention from the outside world to our inner landscape, inviting us to see conflict resolution not just as a technical skill but as a profound journey of self-discovery and personal growth.
A simple, four-step method to plan, prepare, and execute your goals effectively.
Tools to identify your true desires and align your actions with your values.
Exercises to reconnect with your creativity and reignite your inner motivation.
What You Will Discover
The Seven Levels Framework
A comprehensive approach addressing the physical, emotional, identity, relational, communicative, intuitive, and spiritual dimensions of conflict
Practical Tools
Specific practices and techniques for transforming your relationship with conflict
A Path to Complete Resolution
How to create transformative reconciliation that changes both the situation and the people involved
Applications Across Contexts
From intimate relationships to workplace tensions, community disputes, and beyond
Who This Book Is For
For Peace Practitioners
If you are a mediator, negotiator, conflict coach, therapist, or organizational leader, this book provides a fresh framework that complements your existing methodologies. It fills the gaps in traditional approaches by addressing the deeper, often overlooked dimensions of conflict.
For Individuals
If you are seeking to upgrade your conflict resolution skills—whether as a parent navigating family tensions, an employee managing workplace disagreements, or a citizen engaged in community issues—this book offers practical insights for transforming how you experience and respond to conflict in your daily life, and specific practices and techniques for transforming your relationship with conflict.
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Transform your relationship with conflict and discover how discord can become a catalyst for growth, healing, and evolution.
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Reader Testimonials
"As a business leader, I have applied these principles to create a culture where conflicts become opportunities rather than threats. The results have been remarkable—better solutions, stronger relationships, and increased innovation."
— James K., CEO
"I have studied conflict resolution for years, but this approach filled gaps I did not even know existed. The integration of practical techniques with deeper awareness has completely upgraded my practice."
— Miguel R., Community Mediator
"This book transformed not just how I handle conflicts, but how I understand them. The Seven Levels framework gave me a comprehensive map for navigating even my most challenging relationships.
— Sarah M., Family Therapist
What Makes This Approach Different
Unlike traditional conflict resolution methods that focus primarily on behaviours, interests, and positions, the Seven Levels approach integrates:
Level 1
Space
Creating safety and presence
Level 2
Emotions
Developing emotional intelligence
Level 3
Identity
Transforming how you show up in conflict
Level 4
Relationships
Building trust and connection
Level 5
Expression
Communicating with authenticity
Level 6
Intuition
Accessing deeper wisdom
Level 7
Spirituality
Connecting with meaning and purpose
Frequently Asked Questions
Unlike traditional approaches that focus primarily on behaviors and interests, the Seven Levels framework addresses the complete human experience in conflict—from physical safety to spiritual connection. It recognizes that lasting resolution requires transformation at multiple levels, not just agreement on surface issues. This holistic approach creates more sustainable outcomes and often resolves conflicts that seem intractable through conventional methods.
No. While professionals may benefit from deeper training, the book is designed to make these concepts accessible to everyone. Each chapter includes practical exercises and real-world applications that you can implement immediately, regardless of your background. The principles are presented in straightforward language with examples that help you apply them to your own situations.
Absolutely. While the framework includes a spiritual dimension (Level 7), it is presented in a way that respects diverse perspectives and beliefs. This level addresses universal human experiences like meaning, purpose, and interconnection without requiring specific spiritual frameworks. Many readers who do not consider themselves spiritual find this dimension valuable when approached as a way to connect with deeper values and broader perspectives.
Yes. The book includes a dedicated chapter on "Scaling the Seven Levels to Larger Conflicts"that provides specific guidance for applying these principles to organizational, societal, and even global challenges. The framework is designed to be scalable while maintaining its essential integrity across different contexts.
Many readers report experiencing shifts in their conflicts after applying just one or two levels of the framework. However, complete transformation typically emerges over time through consistent practice. The book encourages starting with the levels that seem most relevant to your current conflicts, which often creates immediate improvement while building foundation for deeper work.
It balances both. The book provides a solid theoretical foundation to help you understand why conflicts unfold as they do, but its primary focus is practical application. Each chapter includes specific tools, exercises, and real-world case studies showing how to implement the principles in everyday situations. The companion resources available online provide additional practical tools.
Definitely. While conflicts transform most completely when all parties engage with the process, the book specifically addresses how to create positive change even when working alone. Because the framework starts with the premise that "all conflicts are internal," it empowers you to shift your own relationship with conflict regardless of others' participation, often creating ripple effects that positively influence the entire situation.
Bonus Resources Included
The following resources complement the book's teaching by including...
Assessment tools to identify which levels need attention in your conflicts
Practice guides for developing skills at each level
Templates for difficult conversations
A Message from Ian
“I believe that conflict resolution begins within ourselves, not outside. My goal with this book is to help you discover how conflicts can become doorways to greater self-awareness, stronger relationships, and deeper peace. The Seven Levels framework offers a comprehensive path to transforming not just your conflicts, but your entire relationship with discord. I am honoured to share this journey with you.”
About the Author
Ian Renaud brings over thirty years of experience in conflict management, having evolved from teaching concepts and coaching people to resolve disputes more efficiently to developing a comprehensive approach that honours all dimensions of the human experience. His journey through both professional practice and personal struggle has shaped this holistic framework that transforms conflicts from problems to solve into opportunities for growth and connection.
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