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5 Things You Should Never Do After An Argument

Photo by Aiony Haust on Unsplash Arguments are inevitable.  Arguments can occur in any type of relationship, be it with your parents, friends, co-workers, or romantic partner. How you react to and resolve arguments largely affects the dynamics of the relationship. Arguing leaves us feeling overwhelmed and agitated. It's important to take some time to de-escalate things and cool off. Avoid doing the following things when you're trying to regulate your emotions after an argument.  1. Hold grudges. Holding grudges after an argument leads to more suffering and negatively affects your relationship. Often, holding grudges is easier than forgiving the other person. However, holding grudges will escalate the tension and make things worse. It will build resentment in the long run. So, don't hold grudges or act in petty ways. Try to look beyond the flaws and negative attitude of the other person. Make the first move toward resolution. By apologizing first, you let the other person k
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