The short answer is: yes, every conflict can be resolved. ... In most situations, reasonable people can reach agreement on how they will interact with each other that both preserves the relationship and resolves the conflict.

Can conflicts end?

In general, Conflict Behavior ends when a new balance of powers has been determined. The balancing of powers that we see as Conflict Behavior (as defined in Table 4.4) will not end until a balance is achieved; then, conflict ends. A new balance is therefore a necessary and sufficient condition for termination.

What happens when conflicts are not resolved?

The bottom-line impact of unresolved conflict in the workplace usually is not obvious at the time it is occurring. Common outcomes of lingering unresolved conflicts include delayed or missed deadlines, work recycling, lowered productivity and morale, increased employee turnover, and sometimes even litigation.