Forcing
Also known as competing. An individual firmly pursues his or her own concerns despite the resistance of the other person. This may involve pushing one viewpoint at the expense of another or maintaining firm resistance to another person’s actions.
Examples of when forcing may be appropriate
In certain situations when all other, less forceful methods, don’t work or are ineffective
When you need to stand up for your own rights, resist aggression and pressure
When a quick resolution is required and using force is justified (e.g. in a life-threatening situation, to stop an aggression)
As a last resort to resolve a long-lasting conflict
Possible advantages of forcing:
May provide a quick resolution to a conflict
Increases self-esteem and draws respect when firm resistance or actions were a response to an aggression or hostility
Some caveats of forcing:
May negatively affect your relationship with the opponent in the long run
May cause the opponent to react in the same way, even if the opponent did not intend to be forceful originally
Cannot take advantage of the strong sides of the other side’s position
Taking this approach may require a lot of energy and be exhausting to some individuals