Fighting = Passion

Nobody wants to watch a movie with two characters who always agree on everything and never have a disagreement. Conflict is vital for producing drama and a captivating narrative, as every hack screenwriter knows. That being said, tension between two lovers can be adequately represented in a variety of ways (Moonstruck is an excellent example) without them scratching and clawing at each other for two hours straight.

True, relationships may be difficult. In fiction, constant fighting just depicts a burning passion. Couples who continuously squabble will usually split up and seek a less antagonistic mate, just like bonobos apes. today.duke.edu, two scientists, spent 15 years in central Africa comparing bonobos to more violent chimps. Their discoveries were nothing short of astounding.

The groundbreaking study makes a compelling case that people may have completely misinterpreted Darwin's concept of'survival of the fittest' and the function of alpha males. "Bonobos have never been witnessed killing another bonobo," Hare explained. The primates were able to evolve successfully by establishing a community based on peaceful coexistence, particularly among females. Physical violence is just not tolerated, and "the friendliest males had the most children because the females liked them," Hare adds.