This is my letter to a colleague using for the first time using “Spatz Lite”, specifically where the Spatz procedure has not been agreed to in principle yet:
- Yes, I will be in Phnom Penh, which is the same time zone as Vietnam. Let me know the time, and I should be available.
Can we agree to use the word ‘Caution’ if we feel the other is being unfair? This would act as a pause button during difficult discussions, giving us a moment to explore the validity of the caution. (Spatz Lite) 🙂
Looking forward to it.
PS. The Spatz Chat app and platform is still in development.
This is a good example of employing a simplified micro-conflict resolution strategy where the following seems to apply:
- Tone and Clarity: The tone is polite and collaborative, making it easy for the reader to understand the intention behind using “Caution” as a signal for fairness. This aligns well with the principles of Spatz, which emphasizes psychological safety and constructive conversation.
- Effective Use of “Caution”: The idea of using “Caution” as a pause button is consistent with Spatz’s method of handling micro-conflicts, specifically the “verbal caution” stage. By agreeing to use this, you create a shared language that can help prevent difficult conversations and disagreements from escalating into conflicts.
- Spatz Lite: We’ve distilled the core Spatz concept into a manageable tool for informal use. This seems like a good step for introducing a structured yet lightweight micro-conflict management approach during potentially difficult conversations. It’s intuitive and aligned with the Spatz philosophy of creating space for dialogue before things can escalate.
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