Bridging Differences: A Practical Guide to Becoming a Professional Mediator – A Must-Read for Aspiring Mediators In a world where conflict is inevitable, the ability to mediate and resolve disputes effectively is an invaluable skill. Whether it’s in the workplace, within families, or between nations, the need for skilled mediators has never been greater. My […]
In the fast-paced world we navigate daily, finding moments of genuine connection can be challenging. Enter mediation—an invaluable space where active listening becomes a guiding force, steering conversations toward resolution and understanding. Active Listening: The Heartbeat of Mediation At the core of successful mediation lies the art of active listening. It’s more than just hearing […]
Open the Door to your Heart By Mary Megna Sometimes tension in a relationship is not due to bad behavior or hurtful words. Instead trouble comes knocking to those that choose to compartmentalize or stuff their feelings. For example, an upsetting day at work is left unsaid to avoid the expected unwanted advice and eventual […]
Connecting the Internal Puzzle Pieces of Life Written by Mary Megna I have come to believe that people are like a puzzle. There are the outside pieces and the inside pieces. It is easy to perceive the connection of the outside pieces because they provide a definite border. Just as we look at a person […]
On my way to volunteer to mediate for one of the Harris County’s Justice of the Peace Courts in the greater Houston area, I typically call my mom. The drive usually takes me over an hour and I can have long conversations while waiting in traffic. My mom is in her early 80’s and has […]
Why is mediation important? Cost— The Court’s In-House mediation programs are covered by your filing fees. While an outside mediator may charge a fee comparable to that of an attorney, the mediation process generally takes much less time than moving a case through standard legal channels. While a case in the hands of a lawyer […]
