Good Health Choices Magazine NZ

Resolving CONFLICT

When something has upset you, it’s important to voice it

Fight, disagreement, argument, dispute, quarrel, squabble… Whatever you want to call it, relationship conflict is an almost inevitable part of being human. Having different experiences, viewpoints and opinions means that things aren’t always going to be smooth-sailing with our friends, families and intimate partners, but knowing how to navigate the storms can make all the difference.

It’s always better to find a time to sit down face to face

When something has upset you, it’s important to voice it, rather than letting the problem and your feelings simmer. What’s most important is how you go about voicing it. Dr Rachel Low, from the University of Auckland, studies relationship conflict, and says that the best way to address conflict is to use direct and open communication. The first step is

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