S2 E7: How Do I Handle a Conflict About Religious Differences?Conflict Coach with Dr. Emily Taylor • Season 2, Episode 7
Dec 23, 2025 • 24m
Dr. Emily Taylor coaches Naomi, who is struggling with her father's distance from their shared faith. Religious or not, you’ve likely been in a scenario where you wished someone else shared your deeply-held conviction. Naomi shares her heartfelt desire to reconnect with her father through her faith, and Dr. Emily offers insights into distinguishing between persuasion and manipulation. Together, they explore the power of active listening and creating structured dialogues to foster mutual understanding and respect. This episode is a must-listen for anyone facing conflict around deeply held beliefs or values.
In this episode you’ll learn how to:
- Know the difference between manipulation and persuasion
- Become a better active listener
- Create a structure for difficult conversation topics
Let us know how these strategies work in your own life! Email Dr. Emily at conflictcoach@byu.edu or connect with her on social media: @conflictcoachwithdremily
CHAPTERS
(0:00) Introduction to Conflict Coach
(1:04) Meet Naomi: Struggling with Faith Difference with her Father
(9:02) Persuasion vs. Manipulation
(12:35) Switch to a Loving Approach
(17:10) The Power of Active Listening
(22:35) Structuring Difficult Conversations
(27:52) Conclusion and Key Takeaways