Practical approaches to resolve relational conflict will be discussed at Lifetree Café on Sunday, October 23 at 7 p.m. The program, titled “Dealing With Difficult People: Secrets for Everyday Life From a Hostage Negotiator,” features a filmed interview with police SWAT commander Rick Arnold, a trained hostage negotiator. “I think there are things people can do in their lives to manage conflict in general,” says Arnold. “One of those is to tolerate people and their differences while understanding people are at different levels of character development in their lives.” During the program, participants will have an opportunity to discuss difficult people in their own lives while brainstorming ways to better interact with them. Admission to the 60-minute event is free. Lifetree Café is located at Campbell Creek Connexion on the corner of Union and 13th, Arcata. Lifetree Café is a place where people gather for conversation about life and faith in a casual, comfortable setting. Questions about Lifetree may be directed to Bob at 707 672 2919 or bobdipert@hotmail.com.

Price: Free