Conflict Management with Spouse Can Be Key in Relationships

Relationship expert Tammy Shaklee also explains that becoming a better person at navigating conflict can start with knowing in advance how you manage it. In this case, you can reflect on previous relationships.

“How you manage conflict can be seen from previous relationships. Also think about how your relationship was, and how conflict was managed in the family. When disputes arise, are you ready to fight or hold back?” said Tammy.

In this phase, the point is not to change anything. It’s just to understand where you’re coming from, which you can then talk about with your partner. Talking about conflict management styles should not be done when they are fighting or when the atmosphere is hot.

If you’re the type of person who needs space, then let your partner know. So that when you disappear, your partner will not consider you silent. Also ask how your partner wants you to play a part in the conflict.

“This doesn’t mean you need to do something uncomfortable. For example, if they want to talk, you can give them space to talk and share their point of view, but then tell them you need time to reflect,” says Tammy.

Gaining more insight into how your partner views the world can also help you to better understand him or her, about how and why he or she communicates that way.

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