Are arguments a necessary part of a healthy relationship?

[HawkPerception]

Yes

No

[DishLady]

Ugh... no. I don't like them at all. They give me migraines right away.

HOWEVER in Mediterranean cultures folks have "discussions" which are actually to-the-death discussions held over a meal or drink till everyone basically runs out of steam. It's very animated, very direct, typically a tad heated, yet not as toxic as an argument. Once the hot plate of food lands on the table, though, everything reduces to mellow grumbling and finally resolution as we pass the pasta...

[HawkPerception]

We agree on a ton. I think in a mature relationship where there's great compatibility, conflict won't arise. And the few disagreements or negative thoughts will be communicated openly and honestly.

[DishLady]

There’s always a LITTLE conflict or friction… but love will light the way to whatever the resolution is.

[HawkPerception]

@DishLady 👌🏼

[luvstoned4him]

I dont think having a couple arguments is bad because its good to let out resentments, have differing opinions and most of all stand up for yourself when the need arises. However, having an argument EVERYDAY is emotionally and physically draining and might be hinting at some unresolved issues or major incompatibility.

[Lliam]

No. They happen, but they are not necessary. It's best to discuss instead of argue.

Listen to each other's pov. Use active communication skills. There is no need to judge, needle or piss each other off. Nobody wins in cases like that.

[Lliam]

Thanks for the MHO.

[MisterWack]

You aren’t going to agree on everything, in fact you don’t have to. Just reach a compromise / be the bigger person to get through it all.

[GeminiDiamond]

Yes! We're not always going to see eye to eye. A healthy relationship also argues healthy! I mean, if they are marital material. How do I argue well? I don't go to bed on an argument, I don't bring up past shit, I don't call them names. I met someone who does the same. 7 years baby! I'll grow old with them!

[Jessikaah91]

Yes, arguments are in every healthy relationship, it shows they care about whatever, also if someone told me they never had a argument with their partner I wouldn't believe it.

[Nirmroth]

Yes I would worry if there's none in a longer rl. Would probably mean they gave up and are moving away.

[JonCobretti]

Nope , both should sit down and come to a mutual conclusion like adults

[DizzyDesii]

I think its temporary entertainment but thats about it.

[Dongie]

Yes. I don't know for how long. They're fun. But I don't know for how long.