Tip #7,007 • 4 people found helpful • 1 List Your most important tool in managing conflict is your capacity to soothe yourself. When you're angry with your partner, take a walk, a shower or a yoga class until you are ready to connect more calmly. Read More Relationships relationships + conflict + anxiety + marriage + anger + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #7,011 • 2 people found helpful • 1 List Agree on a "safe word" either of you can use to call a time-out when you are feeling overwhelmed in an argument. Often couples choose a word that is random or even funny, like "elephant." When you use your safe word, agree on a time when you will resume talking. Read More Relationships relationships + conflict + marriage + anger + fighting + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
