Welcome to the Omni-Win Project Podcast. It's time to upgrade our democracy. If you're fed up with the status quo and want to catalyze political and societal change, you're in the right place. The Omni-Win Project Podcast is ready to shed light on the many opportunities we have to revolutionize our political culture. We’re all in this together, so join us in co-creating the future of democracy. “If you're not part of the problem, you can't be part of the solution”Conflict is neutral, it is not bad nor good. It is an opportunity to evolve and better our connection and relationships. Because conflict is not binary, finding a solution to the problem now doesn’t mean every solution will never have another conflict. Conflict is inevitable and it is up to us to choose how we respond to it. In this week’s episode, Olga and Duncan discuss the importance and use of mediation, dialogue and conflict transformation tools. In addition, they break down different ideas on how our system can change and approach conflicts. The importance of change, letting go of blame, self-forgiveness, rewriting our idea of punishment and addressing change when problems arise before total unrest are key steps to help implement lasting change. On the other side of the divisiveness, blame, fear and hate lies the path and possibility to create the world we actually want to live in. Are you ready to use these tools and practices to help change our systems?Episode Highlights:Conflict is neutral and an opportunity to fortify connections & relationshipsIt’s important to be open to taking responsibility for one’s own role, having forgiveness and letting go of blame to solve conflict.Conflict is time intensive and mediation takes time so it is important to address conflict as problems arise and before a point of total unrest.The earlier we try to resolve conflict the less harm that can be doneIt takes both sides of the conflict to come together to make a solutionEvery solution will have a consequence and may lead to more problems because conflict is inevitableAbout this episode's guest: Olga Liapis-Muzzy is certified mediator with 10+ years of experience in training, leadership development and organization change. Combining nonviolent communication training with restorative justice practices, Olga helps people change their relationships for the better; at work, at home and in community. Olga is also an active member of the DPACE Initiative,  the Democracy, Politics and Conflict Engagement Initiative to bring conflict literacy skills to organizations.Connect with Olga Liapis-Muzzy:Website: [email protected] else can you find this episode:YoutubeSubstackEpisode PageConnect with Duncan: FacebookInstagramTwitterLinkedInSubstackIf you have questions about how you can help heal our democracy? Click HERE