How can conflict be positive?

Conflict can be a positive when it leads to learning and growth in both, or even just one of the parties involved in the conflict. This happens sometimes when a party is forced to look at a situation from a new or different perspective, and then use the experience of the conflict to further learn how to handle conflict in the future, or change their ways in a form of growth.

Conflicts can often produce fertile grounds upon which parties involved can develop trust and respect for each other. They also must represent opportunities for a compromise or for both parties to find common ground, and this can lead to positive dynamics in the working relationship in the future.

Conflict is somewhat necessary at times, especially if a team or organization wishes to enhance or improve its communication methods. Without any mistakes, or conflicts, it makes it impossible to improve existing methods of communication, that's why conflict can force professionals to express their thoughts and feelings constructively.

Conflict can also sometimes foster creativity and innovation. It can stimulate these positive features by making parties involved think outside of the box to find solutions to problems or specific issues.

Conflict is often an avenue to making organizations, employees, or teams more adaptable to the shifting needs of their objectives. It can also reveal problems.