The Day I Realized I Suck at Arguments

This was a wake-up call because I realized I don’t handle conflict well.

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I recently got into a minor debacle with a close friend. During the disagreement, I found myself overly emotional, struggling to listen actively, and failing to articulate my points clearly.

Instead of seeking a resolution or understanding their perspective, I focused more on proving my point, which only escalated the tension.

Fortunately, we reconciled after having an honest conversation where we openly expressed our feelings and listened to each other’s perspectives.

This conversation not only mended our friendship but also served as a crucial learning moment for me.

I’ve started to reflect on how I can approach such situations more constructively in the future by staying calm, being more empathetic, and communicating more effectively.

I realize that learning to handle conflict gracefully is not just about preserving relationships but also about personal growth and emotional maturity.

So, in our little showdown, I was ready to jump in with a solution and smooth things over, band-aid style, while my friend said, “Hold up, I need to park this and think.”