Ron Price Conflict Coach

09/25/2025

Hidden issues kill far too many relationships that could have survived. Another common one, identified by PREP Inc., is Recognition—when one or both start to wonder, “Do you notice what I do? Do you value me?”

Recognition is about being seen and appreciated for who you are and how you contribute. No matter what efforts or contributions you make on the surface, if someone doubts you’re paying attention, your efforts may be ignored or rejected.

Simple fix, big payoff: try “I noticed you did ___” or “I see the effort you’re making to ___.” It costs nothing and builds trust and rapport.

Want a deeper dive? I wrote a chapter called “Look for the Good” in PLAY NICE in Your Sandbox at Home. Email [email protected] and I’ll send it to you. Also ask about discounts I offer on my books and courses.

09/24/2025

so should you!

Okay, so I’m no poet, and no, I don’t think you should like conflict. But I don’t think you should dread or avoid it either. Conflict is inevitable, and when handled well, it can actually strengthen and enhance a relationship.

The challenge is this: conflicts often have hidden issues underneath. If those issues aren’t brought to the surface, the chances of real resolution are slim. One of those hidden issues, identified by PREP Inc., is Caring.

What it is
Caring becomes a hidden issue when one or both begin to wonder: “Does this person really care about me?”

How it shows up
If you believe someone genuinely cares about you, it’s natural to care about them in return. But when you start to doubt their care, you’ll likely pull back your own.

Why it matters
Without addressing it, this cycle quietly erodes connection. You question their caring, they question yours, and the relationship weakens.

The bigger picture
Conflict isn’t always about the surface argument. It's often about whether we feel valued, supported, and genuinely cared for.

The takeaway
You may have to dig at times to uncover your hidden relationship issues, but the results are well worth the effort. Don’t take my word for it - find out for yourself.

Want to know the other hidden issues that quietly sabotage relationships? Email me at [email protected] and I’ll send you the list.

09/23/2025

Relationships are tricky, sometimes trickier than we realize. In many, if not most, relationships, one or more issues rise up from time to time and cause friction. The folks at PREP Inc. have identified some common hidden issues that can quietly undermine connection. Here’s one of the big ones:

What it is
“Power and control” shows up when one or both wonder who gets to make the important decisions, or whether one person’s needs matter less than the other’s.

How it shows up
You see recurring friction, “fairness” arguments, or a sense of gross inequality. If the same topic keeps coming back, an imbalance may be beneath it.

What it’s not
This isn’t a call to be a doormat. Healthy relationships aren’t about surrendering your voice, they’re about shared responsibility and respect.

Why it matters
Left unaddressed, power-and-control dynamics create frustration, distance, and scorekeeping. Addressed openly, they lead to clearer expectations and real cohesiveness.

A better path
If you and another keep going round and round, ask—gently—whether either of you feels a power imbalance. That conversation alone can change the tone of the relationship.

I wrote a chapter on hidden issues in my PLAY NICE in Your Sandbox at Home book. Email me at [email protected] and I’ll send you the chapter.

09/22/2025

Relationships are tricky, sometimes trickier than we realize. In many, if not most, relationships, one or more issues rise up from time to time and cause friction. The folks at PREP Inc. have identified some common hidden issues that can quietly undermine connection. Here’s one of the big ones:

What it is
“Power and control” shows up when one or both wonder who gets to make the important decisions, or whether one person’s needs matter less than the other’s.

How it shows up
You see recurring friction, “fairness” arguments, or a sense of gross inequality. If the same topic keeps coming back, an imbalance may be beneath it.

What it’s not
This isn’t a call to be a doormat. Healthy relationships aren’t about surrendering your voice, they’re about shared responsibility and respect.

Why it matters
Left unaddressed, power-and-control dynamics create frustration, distance, and scorekeeping. Addressed openly, they lead to clearer expectations and real cohesiveness.

A better path
If you and another keep going round and round, ask—gently—whether either of you feels a power imbalance. That conversation alone can change the tone of the relationship.

I wrote a chapter on hidden issues in my PLAY NICE in Your Sandbox at Home book. Email me at [email protected] and I’ll send you the chapter.

09/16/2025