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CloseMarriage Course - September 4, 2012
Day 18 - Conflict Resolution
Why is some conflict inevitable in every marriage?
• we are different-different backgrounds, priorities, desires, personalities, opinions
• no good trying to force our partner to do things our way
• must see ourselves as being on the same side (3-legged race)
• we are naturally self-centered
• need to ask ourselves, "Are there ways I need to change for the sake of our partnership?"
Question:Does the inevitability of conflict in marriage surprise you? Why? How does it challenge or affirm your approach to conflict?
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Make marriage time a commitment that you stick to every week. It should take priority over other demands such as work, going out with friends. playing sports, and even parenting.
Protect this time from interruptions and distractions such as the telephone, the computer, visitors, the television, and long working hours.
Tell your partner what have been the most special times you have shared together as a couple. Be specific. Explain why they were special to you.
