Resolving Conflict in Marriage
Mike San Martino
In the early years of my marriage, I didn’t have any experience resolving conflict. I viewed any argument as a threat to our relationship. I wanted to shut down any disagreement early on. I can only remember my parents arguing twice during my growing up years. Both times Dad retreated to his desk and Mom went outside and smoked a cigarette in the car. Then life would resume without any kind of public resolution or reconciliation. Needless to say, I viewed arguments as something to be avoided at all costs. My wife’s childhood was very different. She was accustomed to seeing loved ones air their concerns. These disagreements were not...
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