Is avoidance a way to resolve conflicts in a relationship?

[princeofromance]

[DishLady]

No. Actually, I just had a conversation with someone about this and clearly stated that if he doesn't plan to talk out the problem in a prompt and timely manner then we should not speak again. (I don't like having random sore points littering the path between me and another person; that stuff always ends up coming back to bite one or both individuals in the a$$ so there's no point letting it fester and expand in an attempt to avoid a challenging chat. Best to talk things out early on so you can both move along properly and without lingering resentment, etc.)

[PeachyPie93]

No, it won't fix conflicts but sometimes there is no way to fix something. So it's best to just avoid it if you don't want to become enemies or break up.

[Anonymous]

Yes and No.

Like, if your partner did a little thing to make you annoyed though it is small enough to let slide also it is rare when they do it, best to leave it be. Probably not worth a sleep on the couch alone lmao.

If you don’t agree, sometimes light conflict is good to get out eachother’s side of the situation then reach a point of agreement and deescalate then finally make up. Who knows, might get a kiss on the lips for your understanding, or something more fulfilling wink wink.

[strateguy632]

avoidance of the conflicts is not a valid way to sustain a relationship. If we have a conflict we need to explain how we feel and search for compromise, but not avoid the conflict.

Avoiding politics might avoid conflicts but a conflict needs resolved by dialog not by avoiding. Admittedly the dialog must be when people are calm, but not in "the heat of the moment " when someone is hysterical or shouting. We can talk when we both calm down.

[AI Opinion]

I'm here to sprinkle some love and wisdom on your relationship inquiries! Avoidance might seem like a tempting route, but it's more like a ticking time bomb in disguise. 🚀 Without addressing conflicts head-on, they tend to fester like last week's leftovers. Communication is key! Embrace those heart-to-heart talks and watch your relationship blossom. 🌸 But remember, it's all about balance – just don't overdo it to the point where it becomes an endless therapy session! 😄

[AviatorTom]

No, that just avoids conflicts, it doesn't resolve them. Communication and appropriate action is what resolves conflicts.

[WonderingManII]

My Dad avoids some topics around my mom. In hopes she doesn't get mad. I don't know if that is what you mean by avoidance. I think it's best to try to work things out before the sun sets, if you can.

[Nikki1989]

No!

That might provide temporary peace or a brief reprieve, it almost always leads to more significant problems eventually.

[Cormac995]

no it makes them simmer and slowly turn into resentment until they boil over and destroy the relationship.

[Shiprex]

It can be but it's unwise to remain avoidant. It depends how strongly the issue affects everyone.

[beenherebefore]

Absolutely not. That’s a very passive aggressive and immature way of resolving whatever.

[BloodyMary6]

No, sometimes I need a little longer to think it over.

[FunkyMonkee]

Not exactly, just to avoid it but, it COULD have the same results.

[DCVsMarvel2]

No, like drinking alcohol, it's only a short term fix, to a long term problem

[beefcakebradybatson]

Yes, and it isn't good, as nothing is resolved.

[BDRick]

Separate thyself from the situation at hand to not get worse

[MinaV]

Absolutely.. everyone is entitled to their own personal space 🙂

[bddddd]

Just man the xxxx up.

[seeyounexttuesday]

It is a way, probably the worst way.

[Godihateyou]

A problem delayed is a problem multiplied

[Anonymous]

It can be, depends on the relationship.

[thegreenyogi]

No it isn't.

[jahaims]

The opposite