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Arguing is a part of any relationship. Conflict helps you relationship grow. If you may think that the strongest relationships cannot go through some tough times-you are wrong because any relationship can be destroyed if things are out of control. This article will help you realize whether or not you are handling a relationship in a matured way.
If you are in a big fight, you become an enemy in the eyes of your partner. Ask yourself: What kind of enemy I am?

Are you a good or bad enemy?

Do you avoid confrontation, escape from arguments or reject the opinion of you partner?
If you are too proud or stubborn to admit things are not working right, that makes you a bad enemy.
On the other hand, a good enemy does not avoid any arguments. Instead a good enemy listens and makes an effort to understand the conflicting situation. If you have strength if character and abundance of patience, you would be able to handle situations and solve problems easily.

There is a hidden content of the whole idea of arguing- your partner is crying out because there is a need for contact.

Signs of being a good enemy to your partner:
– You always feel how important it is for your partner to feel good about themselves each day. – Be able to say an apology and break communication barriers – Praising your partner whenever they contributed something that helps your relationship – You acknowledge the problems in your relationship and helping you partner understand why it is important to discuss the problems. – You recognize and accept your shortcomings and think of ways for you to become a better partner – You treat your partner with respect and dignity at all times
Your day gets even worse if you do not only deal with the stresses of daily living but also a difficult partner. If you are able to deal with your problems, it shows that you have a skill in fair fighting.

The skills of a good enemy:

• Be able to accept the things that your partner find difficult in your relationship
• Deal with the problems in an calm and self-empowered manner
• Even if your partner can be difficult, you are able to focus the positive energy that enhances the relationship
• Be able to control your emotions, know when to stop and to say enough, and be able to make solid decisions
• Willingness Negotiate a win-win soluton with your partner

You should always work through problems and settle it in a cooperative way. After all, you and your partner thrive in a mutual understanding and positive atmosphere. Fighting is not to make you look like a bad person but rather the opposite.

Is your relationship beyond repair? 
It may not be as bad as you think…as long as you still care.By applying the ideas we offer in the ebook, you will become a Positive Conflict agent, what I call being a “Good Enemy”!
Want to know more?

Neil Warner
Positive Conflicts
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