Why it’s okay to argue

Although often feared, arguing can be beneficial to relationships.

Conflict and arguments are often seen as negative and things to be avoided. Many people see conflict as reflective of a “crack” in a relationship or a sign that a relationship is in trouble. Yet research suggests that the process of conflict and arguing facilitates talk and awareness of another’s perspective. Therefore, it is important to keep in mind that conflict and arguing can be very beneficial to the health of friendships and romantic relationships.

Arguing

When most people think of the word "argument," they might think of phrases like "a heated exchange," or "fight" (verbal, that is). However, this is not an accurate interpretation of the word.

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