Conflict in nature is generally mitigated by threat displays and behavioral mechanisms that mean that violence and injury are normally avoided. Ecological specialty, seasonality and specific niches ensure that different species can coexist with minimal conflicts. Social animals have forms of culture with rules and hierarchies to lessen chances of conflict. Humans have a great advantage over natural organisms because we can communicate verbally, compromise and negotiate and use a third party to mediate. We have established cultural norms and rules to help avoid conflict and live together harmoniously. We can act kindly, generously and responsibly to avoid and heal conflicts.