This book is dedicated to Evan Ferber and the late Bruce Bergquist, the visionary founders of the Dispute Resolution Center of Thurston County in Olympia, Washington. Their unwavering commitment to the core values of mutual respect, courageous engagement, and civility laid the foundation for those who strive to bring understanding and peace to individuals in conflict through mediation. Evan and Bruce brought these values to the Dispute Resolution Center, leaving behind a legacy of peace building for the multitude of mediators and clients who choose mediation over litigation to achieve understanding and resolution.