How to avoid an argument

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By chillingbreeze


In an average home, every morning begins with a lot of hustle and bustle. A husband is getting ready to leave for office and the wife is rushing around making the breakfast and involved in other household activities. Amidst all that, what happens if it’s already late and the breakfast is not ready? There is bound to be a heated argument between the two. There would be exchange of harsh words where they are not listening to each other, thinking only about their share of problems and obviously not understanding the impact. This scenario is similar in all kinds of relations and not restricted to couples. When expectations fail to get fulfilled, arguments are bound to happen. Following can be ways where you can avoid arguments with your loved ones.

Contain your anger:

Anger is the route cause for most of the arguments that happen. The most understandable people of the lot go insane when angry. In such a scenario you should think of something else other than the mistakes which your partner did. It’s a good idea to refresh some of the good memories that would make you calm. You can even make the person in the discussion remember the good old times you enjoyed together. Later on, when things are in control, you can obviously go back to the problem and try to solve it calmly.

Listen and understand:

It is generally observed that when one is out of his mind, he never listens. So, to prove a point people shout and narrow their scope of listening. When you are in a discussion, listening is a key accessory you should carry along. Though, it is one of the most testing tasks to do, especially when you think the opposite person is yelling and whatever is being spoken is totally irrelevant. Try to find the links and collect information you don’t already have. Above all, try to understand before expecting to be understood.

Think before you speak:

In most of the situations in arguments, there is a lot of blabbering around the real issue. So you should be really careful while speaking out in a discussion. It is purely due to this reason that a simple discussion becomes a heated argument. Lowering your voice is also a sensible option. It soothes the environment and at the same time gives you some time to think. Never play the blame game. Never allow people to feel that it is because of them that the situation is worse. Your role should be of a pacifier not of a propellant.

Lastly, be brave and admit your mistake if you have committed one. It takes great courage to admit your errors and strengthen the path of your relationships. It is equally important to lower your expectations so that arguments are out of question. Even the language and the attitude make a lot of difference in a relationship. Thus, it is always advisable to be soft in tone while in a discussion. A bonding needs compassion and that can only be achieved by humility and not by command.

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Lgali profile image

Lgali  says:
11 months ago

good advice

chillingbreeze profile image

chillingbreeze  says:
11 months ago

Thanks :)

G-Ma Johnson profile image

G-Ma Johnson  says:
11 months ago

Yes and seems the hardest thing to do is admit YOU were in the wrong (if indeed you were) but even if not most people say "you made so mad" instead of "I get angry when you act that way" as an example...you need to say why things that happen bothered you...Blame is easy...Nice hub my dear...Thanks for the reminder G-Ma :o) hugs & Peace

chillingbreeze profile image

chillingbreeze  says:
11 months ago

Thanks Darlin :) And you're very right.. Blaming is easy.. acceptance is tough..

Thnks for stopping by..

jayb23 profile image

jayb23  says:
8 months ago

I agree with watever you have said. But honestly sometimes when you get angry, you can easily loose yourself. Good Hub.

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