Wednesday, December 14, 2011

8 Ways To Handle An Argument by Jennifer Good

Let's face it, no one is perfect. No matter how hard you try, or how loving and respectful of a couple you are, you are bound to get into a disagreement once in a while. With a few tips though, it doesn't have to be something that can harm your relationship. The next time you feel an argument starting to form keep in mind these 8 ways to handle an argument!
1. Give your partner enough space to voice his or her concerns.
I'm sure you hate it when people interrupt you; give your partner the same respect -- even if you don't agree with what they are saying.

2. Make an extra effort to really understand what you partner is trying to say.
It is very easy to fall into the trap of thinking you know what they are saying, when in fact you may not have a clue. If your partner feels like you understand what they are saying, you'll find a way to end the argument far more quickly.
3. Don't say something you'll regret later.
Always consider your relationship like a glass. It is sturdy, tough, beautiful and clear when taken care of, but if it is mistreated or mishandled it can end up scratched, cracked or even broken. Take care in choosing the words you say when you are in the heat of the moment.
4. Don't bring in past woes.
The past is the past... let it stay there. If you dwell on past occurrences, you'll never find a solution for the future your partner will feel less loved and respected, and you will always feel negatively towards your partner. People make mistakes. Give your partner the chance to recover from them, and encourage and support them when they make the right choices.
5. Learn to compromise.
If you can learn to compromise, you'll find yourself in fewer disagreements. If you don't like something, then agree with your partner to find some middle ground. This also applies the other way. Be willing to come up with alternative solutions for things your partner doesn't like as well!
6. Realize that no matter what you say, you both may not agree on the issue at hand.
An argument is typically started because you want someone to agree with you about something. You think that the other person must not know all the facts, so you begin to explain it to them. The more your partner still disagrees with you, the more upset you usually get. But, if you realize that sometimes it is best to just let yourselves agree to disagree -- you'll show your partner that you not only respect their opinion, but respect their individuality as well. You never know, maybe later on they (or even you!) might change their mind.
7. Make a commitment to talk about the situation until it is handled.
It's far too easy to run off and avoid your partner, or give them the silent treatment. Instead, make a commitment right now to each other to respect each other enough to work it out -- even if it takes all night. Nothing is unsolvable when you are working together to truly find a peaceful resolution.
8. Make your relationship with your partner your first concern when you are in the middle of a disagreement.
This does not mean bend over backwards for them or compromise your integrity. Just keep in mind that the person you are arguing with is your best friend, lover and soul mate. If you both keep that at the forefront of your mind in an argument, it will keep what matters most away from cruel words or intent -- your heart!

Finally, I leave you with one thought on preventing arguments. Let your partner know exactly when something upsets you. I've found that many people tend to not speak up when something bothers them, thinking that it is trivial to mention it. Unfortunately, what happens is after repeated times of not speaking up, some small occurrence happens and it ends up being the straw that broke the camel's back. The other partner, more often than not, has no clue what they are upset about and therefore thinks they are over-reacting. If you find yourself in this situation, deal with each thing as it happens. Don't let things build up until you explode.

Remember that you cannot be a redeemer all your life. The best way to weigh a relationship is out in the test of fire. You cannot be a sooner of your mistake forever. Remember, we all fail and make wrong decisions but our blunders are meant not to bury us deep in misery but to teach us the valued lessons of life. Loving is always a learning process.
When we love someone, we NEVER easily GIVE UP on that person. Even if we get hurt badly we always try to find a way to ease the pain and learn to understand and forgive. Loving too much doesn't hurt. It is when we expect this love to be reciprocated that we begin to seek approval and acceptance of the things we have done and when we are taken for granted and rejected, we curse the very same love that we once freely and happily offered.

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Let's face it, we all make mistakes. It's probably pretty fair to say that we don't like to admit it either. However, an apology is not just an admission of a wrong doing, it's an admission that we understand that we unintentionally caused an upset in our partner's life. It's about communicating that you're not so caught up in yourself that you don't realize the effect you have on your partner.

1. Make the apology about them, not you.
How often have you heard an apology start off with an excuse? When you are giving reasons for your behavior you're not showing your partner that you care about their feelings. You're actually communicating that you are worried about yours. Make sure your intent isn't to get the focus off of you.

2. Listen to what your partner is upset about, and then acknowledge it.
It's difficult to listen to negative things being said about ourselves. However, if we hope to bridge the gap, we need to listen in order to understand our partner's point-of-view. Once you know what has caused the upset, be sure to acknowledge that you understand. For example, "I can see how being late made you feel like you're not a priority to me. I'm sorry that it made you upset. I should have called to let you know what was going on."

Readers say…
"We cuddle up and quietly discuss what we were fighting about, then we end up kissing and forgiving each other and we spend the rest of the day like normal." -Steve


3. Make amends.
When you've hurt someone's feelings it's important to give a little something extra back. Imagine it's like putting your apology into action. If you've caused an upset, make an effort to do something a little out of the ordinary to make up for it. Cook their favorite dinner, let them pick out what to watch on TV, or share some extra intimate time.

Readers say…
"I make up by not being so stubborn and apologizing for not compromising. Then we hug so tightly, you couldn't even fit a piece of paper between us." -Debbi

4. Handle the original problem.
If you find you are causing the same upsets with your partner it might be time for an internal look at why you are repeating actions that you know upsets them. Talk it over with your partner and try to come to some sort of compromise or solution to the situation.

Tuesday, November 22, 2011

Thursday, September 8, 2011

I Forgive You



I forgive you for hurting me and for not knowing that you did. I wish you the best. Maybe if the timing had been different...maybe if you were different.. 

Monday, February 28, 2011

Hello @March?!

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-What happened to @Jan and @Feb??
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Tuesday, February 22, 2011

green poison..

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- my phone was jailbroken today.. i'm so happy with the result..


-Above Image: my phone's Lock Screen (Customized Background image)
-Below Image: Phone's Home screen (Customized Background image)




"told yah, Not all Poison is bad"


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Monday, February 21, 2011

Tuesday, January 25, 2011

Monday, January 24, 2011

Gift

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Sunday, January 23, 2011

Happy Birthday Habibi..

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- "I'm supposed to be the happiest today, but I'm just Not. I'm at my loneliest"

- it's a tweet from my habibi around afternoon.. Surely! Something is not right..
- i cannot be the reason for his sadness.. Not on his special day..
- i think my brain is partly damage from the history of drugs i've had in my life..
- snap out of it!! I need to do somethig and correct everything before its too late.. And i made a reservation...
- 7:00 P.M on the clock.. my shift will finish at 10:00 P.M.. He went to hear the mass "alone"..
- and after that he went to see his friends and they had a dinner celebration..
- as my shift end, i went to see him..

~ a hotel reservation so we can celebrate his birthday together ~

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Saturday, January 22, 2011

i'm confuse

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- 6:30 A.M my phone wont stop buzzing!!.. reminding that i need to wake up..
- working from 8:00 A.M to 3:00 P.M.. Century Corned Tuna and bread for my lunch..
- i slept for more than an hour when i got back home..
- went to the gym.. Burned 300 calories.. I got my hair cut.. Bought some food at carrefour express..
- ate tuna and skyflakes + strawberry yogurt.. Shower.. Washed clored and white laundry..
- watched "Blackswan"
- my phone alarmed before 12 midnight.. This is my cue for me to call and greet you.. "Happy Birthday Habibi".. "I Love You"..
- ..but i did'nt make the call.
- it's already 2:00 A.M and im still up..

I've been ignoring and making distance to you.. I want to know, What will you do??

What if?.. I'm wanting you to long and look for me.. Maybe.. I'm expecting to much..

Do what will make you happy.. I'll be alright on my own.. Untill then..

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Friday, January 21, 2011

Where is the sun?

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- 10:30 A.M is when i woke up.. No sign of the sun and its seems that the rain from the sky will pour into the land any time..
- sinigang na baboy and pritong isda for lunch.. I'm planning to go out at afternoon.. But the rain stopped me..
- this is the secod day with no rice..
- i end up watching movies and playing "cityville"..
- around 7:00 P.M i went to the gym, spent an hour to burn 300 calories on the treadmill..
- my plan was to sleep early but No luck for me.. It's 2:00 on the clock and im still awake..

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Thursday, January 20, 2011

1st step

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- i sweated a lot this morning.. 1hr walking and running in the treadmill.

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Wednesday, January 19, 2011

New Year-- New Goals

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- Goal?!..it is said that a goal not written is just like making a wish.. So here i am starting to blog again..
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