In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Before attempting to mediate disagreements, make sure you look at all sides of the argument. While you shouldn't take sides when attempting to mediate, you don't want anyone to think you're overlooking their point of view. Take some time to think about why everyone feels wronged or hurt in the situation. You will have to resist the urge to judge here. It can be difficult to look at family situations objectively, especially if you're emotionally involved in the conflict. Try to think about how you would react hearing about the conflict as an outsider. Examine why both parties feel wronged and hurt. Consider your family's history and what role, if any, this plays in the drama. Also, look within yourself. Have you done or said anything that could have escalated the situation? How do you think other family member's felt about some of your actions? Try acknowledging this out loud, such as by saying, "I shouldn't have raised my voice. I am sure it was upsetting for you to hear that." Acknowledging this out loud and leading by example can set the tone for other people to follow suit! You want to behave admirably and have people want to replicate that. Mediating drama can be difficult. However, it's important to have the strength and resolve to work towards a solution despite the stress of it. One way to keep yourself strong is to remind yourself who is getting hurt. Oftentimes, a conflict between two family members affects everyone in the family. Think about who's caught in the middle. For example, if your two uncles are fighting, maybe their kids are in the middle. While all the cousins like to get together once in a while, it's become awkward due to the rift between their fathers. The fact other family members are affected is something you can use to encourage resolution. If the two opposing sides do not want to meet, remind them of how their drama adversely affects those around them. This may be the push they need to mend fences. As a mediator, you want to have as nuanced an understanding of the situation as possible. The best way to understand someone's point of view is to ask. Before getting everyone together for a talk, ask a variety of family members how they feel about the situation. You don't want to engage in bad mouthing. However, try to encourage everyone to explain why they're feeling the way they do. Use active listening techniques to emphasize to them that they've been heard and understood. For example, "Uncle Dave, you seem really tense about seeing Uncle Clark for Thanksgiving. Is there something going on there?" With families especially, an argument is rarely about the surface level issue. If a family member reacts very negatively to a seemingly trivial thing, chances are there's some kind of old feud or resentment at play. Reflecting on your family's history can help you trace the roots of feuds and address the situation more effectively. For example, if your uncles are fighting because one of them made a passing joke about the other's job, chances are there is more going on. Maybe one uncle always out-shined the other growing up. Maybe they have always been very competitive with one another. In this case, the issue isn't just about personal tact when it comes to humor. The issue is about insecurity. Knowing this will make it easier to address everyone's feelings when mediating the issue.
Summary: Think about everyone's perspective. Reflect on how the conflict affects other family members. Ask other family members about how they're feeling. Look for the underlying issue.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: The educational requirements to be a probation officer will vary by region or agency. However, a bachelor's or master's degree in criminal justice, social work or psychology is usually required. Some agencies may accept work experience in correction, parole services or court services in lieu of education. A master's degree is required for rising up the corporate ladder or for working at the federal level. An upper-level degree in the social sciences or criminal justice would be ideal. In order to qualify for the training program (usually just a month or two -- varies by state), you'll need to meet certain requirements. State and federal government agencies will post mandatory requirements (and other necessary details) on their website. Most look something like the following: Applicants must be at least age 20, but less than 38 years old. A few states, like Florida, will consider 19 year olds. You need to pass all emotional, physical and mental examinations. Provide valid proof of citizenship or legal residency with a passport, visa or birth certificate. Have a clean criminal record. You can't be managing criminals if you're one yourself. If you weren't already aware, probation officers need to be in pretty awesome physical and mental shape. This can be a very, very demanding job. Not only will you be working with people who are physically intimidating, but they'll test your mental endurance, too. In order to succeed in this position, you need to be on top of your game. You'll probably have an office, sure, but you'll be doing plenty of work out in the field, too. You'll be visiting your offenders in their natural environment which might include some sticky situations. In general, the stock of people you're working with won't be drinking champagne out of golden flutes. The environment itself can be draining, in addition to the possible need to get physical. Your job will be working with people (often kids, really), that don't exactly have their acts together. You have to be a rock -- on the outside for them and on the inside for you. You'll be helping them find their path (a better path) and need to be someone they respect and trust. You also need to get through you work day, staying strong and positive, despite all the negative things you have to deal with. If you're particularly moved by poverty, abuse, violence, or anything else associated with the criminal system, this job may not be for you. There is a certain level of sensitivity you need to help your clients and a certain level of "de-sensitivity" you need to help your clients. You shouldn't be insensitive, but you need to be a teeny bit desensitized. You can't feel for everyone.
Summary: Get your bachelor's degree. Meet the training requirements. Be in good physical and mental condition. Be stable.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: If you can't copy your contacts directly to your Google account, you can export them to a file and then import that file to your Google account. You may have to tap the Settings option first. This will set the contacts app to only display contacts stored on your device, which are the contacts that need to be backed up. This will set the contact file to save in your phone's storage. If you're given the option, tap the contacts you want to export. Since you restricted the view to the contacts just stored on your device, you can usually just tap "Select All." You'll see a notification appear at the top of the screen when the contacts have finished exporting. This will ensure that the imported contacts are added directly to your Google account. Tap the file that you just created when prompted. This will import the contacts from that file into your Google account, backing them up online. Sign in with the same account you just imported the contacts to. Look for the contacts from your phone that you just imported. If you see them, they have been safely backed up to your Google account. It may take a little while for the contacts to sync.
Summary:
Tap the Contacts app on your device. Tap the or More button. Tap Contacts to Display or Display Options. Tap the Phone option. Tap the or More button again. Tap Settings or Manage Contacts. Tap the Import/Export or Back up option. Tap Export. Tap your device's storage. Tap the contacts you want to export. Wait while your contacts export. Tap the or More button in the Contacts app. Tap Settings or Manage Contacts. Tap the Import/Export option. Tap Import. Tap your Google account. Tap your contact file. Visit contacts.google.com in your browser. Sign in with your Google account. Find your newly-imported contacts.