What is Conflict? PDF
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This document explores different types of conflict, including external and internal conflicts, in storytelling. It explains various conflicts like character vs. character, character vs. society, character vs. circumstance, and character vs. self. The document also discusses different responses to conflicts such as avoidance, ignoring, denial, and freezing, and concludes with different resolutions to conflicts like fighting, compromise, and acceptance. This document is helpful for understanding conflicts in storytelling.
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What is Conflict? Deep Dive: Conflict Conflicts represent the dynamic between two or more characters in a story. It usually occurs when individuals view something or someone as a threat to their needs or interests. There are two types of conflict: External Conflict & Internal Conflic...
What is Conflict? Deep Dive: Conflict Conflicts represent the dynamic between two or more characters in a story. It usually occurs when individuals view something or someone as a threat to their needs or interests. There are two types of conflict: External Conflict & Internal Conflict. 2 Types of Conflict Internal conflicts happen within a characters mind. External conflicts happen outside their control. Besides the two types, there are also four kinds of conflict: □ Character vs. Character, □ Character vs. Society, □ Character vs. Circumstance, □ Character vs. Self. 3 Vs. Character ‘Versus character’ involves a struggle between two or more people. This kind of conflict can be physical or based on differing morals and beliefs. It’s a great example of external conflict because of its emphasis on strength. 4 Vs. Circumstance ‘Versus circumstance’ involves a person struggling against fate. These struggles often appear in stories about free will and lack of choice. Stories with this kind of conflict typically explore themes of freedom. 5 Vs. Society ‘Versus society’ involves a struggle between individuals and societal ideas or practices. This kind of conflict typically features a protagonist opposing the government, cultural traditions, or societal norms. Characters with this kind of conflict are often driven by survival, morality, or a desire for freedom. 6 Vs. Self ‘Versus self’ involves individuals struggling against their own limitations. This kind of conflict positions the protagonist as their own worst enemy. It’s a great example of Internal conflict because of its emphasis on recognizing moral choices or facing mental health challenges. 7 Responses During a conflict, there are four responses that might occur: □ Avoidance: the character dodges responsibility or discomfort. □ Ignoring: the character disregards the presence of others. □ Denial: the character disagrees with the observations of others. □ Freezing: the character does nothing and waits for a resolution. 8 Resolutions After a conflict, there are three resolutions that might occur: □ Fighting: the issue is resolved by force. □ Compromise: an agreement is reached through mutual sacrifice. □ Acceptance: characters gain a new understanding of the situation. 9
