How do you deal with the problems you've been experiencing in your own relationship? Is talking always the best option?
The point of an argument is supposed to be a 'coming to a greater understanding of the issue.'
The first thing I think anyone should ask themselves, "Has this argument devolved into a win Vs. lose situation?" "I'm right, and you're wrong" and that's basically what it is at it's core. If it devolves into that, yes, they are going to alienate each other and turn it into a "us Vs. them" situation.
I would suggest first finding common ground. Figure out if there is a 3rd party involved in the argument... because if their side of the argument is backed by someone else, you're actually dealing with them and not who is in your face about it... in a way.
In a relationship, you're either both trying to come to a greater conclusion together or it becomes war. Both of you need to be working together in a real argument and that requires a lot of facts, logic, and a lot of working together more than battling each other. There should be no raised voices in a real argument. No emotions... emotions are usually frustration if one party is not listening.
Our current culture wars touch on this subject. Politics touches on this. The conflict is only there because one side stopped listening to reason and it's become emotional and now they just want to win. And the ones screaming the most usually have shit solutions to everything.
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Both parties need to listen to each other and not get defensive or feel as though either one are being attacked.
When one or both feel as though they must defend themselves, then couples enter into “The Fog of War”, so to speak. When one is defending themselves from a perceived assault on their personality, the core issue (s) disappear behind that fog. Then nothing gets resolved.
Now, if either party can never take responsibility and continue to deflect blame, someone, has found themselves in a relationship with a narcissist.
Believe me. I know. Your attempt at resolving an issue becomes an obstacle that gets in their way of continuing to live as they please, without regard to how their behavior affects those around them. Men aren’t the only ones that can be narcissistic. Believe me. I know.
I tried with my ex wife for 18 years, to make it work. It didn’t help, that narcissism was a family trait that was passed down, on her father’s side of the family. Father in law, sister in law, and two step children were gifted with that trait. So for me, it was always five to one in my ex wife’s favor.
It depends what do you understand as arguing. If people scream on each other and listen only to their own voice... it of course leads to further events like blaming, silent treatment and so on... it's definitely not constructive approach...
But we can argue in civilized way... we can let our partner say to the end and actually listen to their reasoning. Then we can show our perspective... we can propose temporary or more long term solution and negotiate or compromise... we can change any argument in learning something new about each other
Arguing to resolve an ongoing issue is healthy for couples to reach a compromise. But if you’re going on about pointless arguments with no resolution at the end, then you’re just wasting your breath! Just end it!
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Diving into the heart of relationships, arguing can be as spicy as a jalapeño or as sweet as your grandma's apple pie; it's all about how you serve it. In my relationship coaching adventures, I've seen couples turn arguments into stepping stones for stronger connections. It's not the arguing that pushes people away, but how they do it. Think of it like dancing. If both partners are stepping on each other's toes, nobody's having a good time. But if you're moving in sync, even a misstep can be part of the dance.
In my own love story, talking is our secret sauce. Sure, it's not always rainbows and butterflies. Sometimes, it's more like dodging lightning bolts. But the key is to keep talking, with a dash of humor and a whole lot of understanding. Remember, it's not you vs. them; it's you and them vs. the problem. So next time you find yourself in the ring, put on your dancing shoes and turn that argument into a tango of problem-solving!
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I think lots of people these days are too weak to pick each other up after a beat down. And they won't even understand the way I used "weak" above as they kick people after they're already down. If you read my thing and you don't understand, you're weak, even if you're the biggest guy or gal in the room.
An argument is not a debate , with debate rules in place maybe the relationship could be enhanced , but people don't argue in this manner , every argument will weaken the relationship , until the time comes , and then its SNAP , a bridge too far.
Its never a positive and its never healthy.
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We try to have a weekly review to see how things went. That's usually an opportunity to bring up anything significant that may have happened in the last week or other sources of potential conflict.
If something is serious enough though, we'll have a discussion shortly after whatever happened happened.
Yes, talking is always the best option. Taking some time apart as in a few hours after a conflict is also a good way to re-group your thoughts and evaluate the situation. However, people should be mindful and not start an argument over every little thing.
A little both. That said, I am a picky or a fussy, person. So since it hasn't happened to now or yet so far, if I didn't think me and a girlfriend were gonna gel well, then that's how I'm single. I'm just very particular that, I for one have had 0 so far, yet im glad not to have burned through girlfriends or churned through turnover of girlfriends from failed mutual interests, different personalities, etc. So I'm thinking arguing is like one of my least desired things 😉
Arguing can be a bad relationship. You shouldn't have to argue. You can debate but when it's arguing that's a sign of something bad
Generally, the diff. between the two is that you're presenting FACTS, and you're having a low tone. Not yelling the same thing over and over again, at a high toneContrary to popular belief arguing is not healthy. Arguing by its very nature is not about conflict resolution. Disagreeing is normal and that can be changed.
Depends on those involved. Some people hate arguing. Others thrive off of it. If one thrives off of arguing and the other haters arguing it would just lead to a messy breakup
Arguing can be both positive OR negative at different times.. It depends on the topic and outcome.
More often than not though, I would say thrashing things out fixes far more than it breaks!- u
it is all about the conciliation...
"What's fair when the hearts and the words don't reach? Argue- give reasons or cite evidence in support of an idea, action, or theory, typically with the aim of persuading others to share one's view.
That is a part of healthy communicationIf they're the usual disagreements, they can be cleared up if both sides HONESTLY listen to each other. Constant conflict will strain a relationship, possibly to the breaking point.
Of your relationship can't handle an agrument it's not nearly as strong as you think it is
Problems shouldn't be argued over. Just sit down and discuss the issues like normal adults. Solutions will hardly ever be found by arguing.
Quality relationships never include arguing.
Talking is a good thing and often helps to resolve problems. Arguing is a bad thing and often causes problems.
It depends whether they actually talking. I mean if thier motive is ONLY to hurt one another it isn't going to solve anything.
I think it has its place
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