Most disputes
inspire some degree of fear and defensiveness in the parties
involved. Fear of the unknown; fear of loss; or the fear of
litigation, is often expressed as anger or hostility.
Mediation is a lot less scary than litigation, and is
likely to be less threatening to the disputants. For example,
mediation is most valuable when a dispute involves another person
with whom you need to remain on good terms - a spouse, an employer,
or even your rebellious adolescent.
Ultimately, you will
feel best about achieving a resolution if it is the product of your
mutual agreement. And that positive outcome is more likely to
insure that the parties will actually abide by their agreement. You
may be pleasantly surprised to find that your relationship has been
enhanced as a result of the skills you have refined during the
mediation process.
Dads Against the Divorce Industry