When couples argue, it's not always about big things like infidelity or childcare. The disagreements may be about relatively trivial things too, like chores and social media. Couples fight about household chores because one person feels they take on most of the work. Couples fight when one partner prioritizes work over the relationship. Couples sometimes argue over abuse/addiction issues. After couples have children, they often argue about not spending enough time with one another. Couples fight if there is too little (or too much) sex. Younger couples get …
Reducing Conflict
Improving communication in your relationships
Even the strongest relationships can have issues. Whether it’s your spouse, significant other, co-worker, supervisor/supervisee, friend, family member or neighbor, you are not always going to see eye to eye. When disagreements occur, it can be helpful to remember to take a few minutes and not act on emotion. Use the time to disconnect from the situation. The other person may be going through something completely unrelated to your interaction that is heavily impacting them. Refocus and try to look at things from the other person’s point of view. You don’t have to agree with them but maybe …
