The core disagreements every couple deals with
Every relationship has its ups and downs, but there are a few common conflicts that we all encounter.
by: E.B. Johnson
If you’ve ever been in a romantic relationship, then you know that disagreements and fights are inevitable. It’s impossible to get along with someone you share so much with 100% of the time. The real trick is how you resolve these issues when they arise — a skill that’s more of an artform than anything else.
Whether the spats you have with a spouse or partner are big or small, they can cause some real problems when they aren’t addressed properly. By learning how to deal with these conflicts constructively when they arise, you can ensure romantic happiness for years and years to come.
The new state of relationships.
The age of the modern relationship is upon us, and it looks nothing like the romance of our parents and our grandparents. Marriage rates are at an all-time low, and more people are choosing to cohabitate — rather than invest in the ways of their foremothers (and fathers). Things are a bit more complex, and that includes when times are good and when times are tough.
Our romantic relationships are complex and dynamic. We fall…
