Fair Controversy

Every relationship will have conflict, which is natural and even beneficial. What counts is how you respond to it. When handled properly, conflict can open the door to more intimate relationships. But before you do that, keep your criticism, animosity, and conflict to a minimum. Stop arguing, go for a walk, or take some other action to reduce your anger.

Researchers from the University of California found that early divorcers were more likely to quarrel frequently and remain on the attack or on the defensive. They studied 79 couples for more than ten years. Contrarily, contented couples refrain from criticizing one another, escalate conversations gradually, and avoid using absolute terms like "never" and "always".