Conflict, something that many people do not like to talk about our experience. Yet, almost everybody has had conflict in their lives and come out stronger on the other side. Even relationships are born from conflict.
Conflict in Life
Life is filled with conflict and making hard decisions. Every person struggles with others sometimes; it might result in heated fights, or in stronger relationships. Conflict is necessary for growth. At school, you may have had disagreements with friends or had conflicting feelings when it came to choosing subjects. This is part of life but so much good can come from these internal conflicts. It fosters good decision-making and critical thinking principles.
Even at work, people have disagreements. You may not agree with your boss or have a dispute with a client. These conflicting situations allow you to consider all perspectives and keep others emotions in mind as well. Conflict forces you to make a choice between breaking things off or building a better future.
Conflicts in Relationship
Relationships also start with conflicts, as strange as it may sound. When you met your partner, you had to decide if you want to start a relationship, if this person is the right one for you, and if you want to invest your emotional energy into this relationship. These are all conflicting, or the opposite, thoughts you may have experienced. It is not a decision you made lightly because you knew that you will have to give up some of your freedom. Difficulty and adversity are the things you overcame for this relationship.
Relationships are full of conflicts. You may not always agree with the other person and sometimes you will fight, but how you get past the conflict is what makes you a stronger couple. This is how we develop trust in each other. Only when people have proven they will fight for you, are you willing to fully trust them with your heart. These are the people who you may fight with, but will always fight for. As you work through conflicts, you will learn that your differences are what strengthens your bond.
Learning from Conflict
Conflict forces us to think about our lives and reflect on the things we feel. Conflict makes us wonder about a lot of things and only then can we know our true selves. It is something that makes us question our very being. Relationships born from conflict are the ones that become stronger with time. Uncertainty and mixed emotions allow a person to really value what the other has to offer. Making mistakes often cause conflict in a relationship but provides the opportunity to get closer to your loved one as you work to move beyond the challenges.
Conflict should be welcomed into any relationship. Open your arms and mind to the opportunities it presents, and consider all the things you can learn from challenging situations. After all, it will only make you and your relationship stronger.
