It's clear that conflict is unlikely to go away any time soon. In fact, it may even be built into our design as a vehicle for growth. With wisdom gained from years of spiritual and cross-cultural studies, Dr. Combs has identified four phases that each of us moves through as we strive to resolve differences, not only with others, but with ourselves as well.

What are the important strategies we can adopt when we’re coping with the downside of life? Tough times have their cycles and Combs provides inspiration to help us through them.