How to cite this journal: Author, Date of the post, WMO Conflict Insight, Title of the post, ISSN: 2628 6998, https://worldmediation.org/journal/ ABSTRACT This editorial proposes an alternative to the accumulation of theory as preparation for mediation practice. The author sets out what conventional preparation demands, namely conflict analysis, conflict theory, management strategies and de-escalation techniques, observes that the list is unmanageable, and asks the reader to consider setting it aside. What remains when the conceptual apparatus is put down is described as the practitioner themselves: the experiences gathered in a
life, the social competencies developed over time, and the skills learned in family, friendship and neighbourhood. From this…
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