Activity One: EssayTOPIC: Factors Concerning Building and Maintaining Positive RelationshipsA positive relationship is one in which the people involved encourage each other to grow and improve themselves. Positive relationships always improve people's lives and that being said, it goes without saying that to have a positive relationship with someone they have to support you and be there for you when you really need them. You can build a positive relationship with anyone, such as a friend, your teacher, a boyfriend/girlfriend, and a parent. Ways to Resolve Conflict Constructively: Conflict is very normal in all relationships, but knowing how to deal with it is crucial to being able to sustain relationships. Conflict must never be hidden or repressed, because it will cause bigger problems in any relationship. You can resolve the conflict constructively by knowing what caused the conflict. It is always helpful to sit down, before discussing a problem with someone, and understand what went wrong and how it went wrong. Make sure you are calm and calm and you might even try to come up with some solutions while you consider what went wrong. The second way you can resolve conflict is to make sure that you are always willing to listen when you address the issue with the person. To find a solution that is suitable for both sides, both sides must be heard. The final way you can resolve conflict is to never become abusive or emotional when addressing an issue with someone. Always stay calm and if you feel angry you should try counting to 100. If you get upset, you could damage the relationship or put the parties in an even worse situation than before. Why it is important to express yourself... ... middle of paper ......ves. This will discourage people from participating in corruption and also make them think before deciding to be corrupt. Also, another solution could be to fire and get rid of corrupt people in workplaces or government. This needs to happen especially in government. It will show others who have thought they were corrupt to think again. Another solution could be to inform people about the effects and consequences of the problem through the media or the Internet. Many people, believe it or not, do not know what corruption is and this should help raise awareness about corruption. In conclusion, corruption is a serious problem and is leading to an increase in the crime rate in South Africa. However, it can be combated through the above solutions. If South Africa as a nation works together we can overcome this obstacle that hinders our development.