Questions to Ask Before You Say “I Do”: Can they handle conflict?

Can they handle conflict? Conflict is certain in marriage, but that’s not all negative. Learning to resolve conflict can have many positive benefits, provided you learn how to handle conflict in a healthy way. Healthy conflict gives birth to intimacy and understanding. Unhealthy conflict creates bitterness and resentment. “Two major red flags of unhealthy conflict management are stonewalling (the silent treatment) and any form of violence. If someone is a little too angry as a boyfriend/ girlfriend, they will be much too angry as a spouse,” advises Gary Thomas, author of The Sacred Search.  “Marriage typically increases conflict and the potential for anger.”

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