Team members choose not to voice dissent because their motivation to disagree is outweighed by their desire for harmony. Behind both of these truths sits the distinction between relationship conflict and task conflict. The friction between two team members spreads to others in the team, creating an uncomfortable atmosphere and slowing progress. Many team members were holding onto grievances about their colleagues, and Laura knew that these grievances needed to be aired. Task conflict strengthens thinking and enables greater confidence in the plans and decisions that a team makes together.