If you’re in a long-term relationship, you are no stranger to conflict.

As much as you may love your partner and want to avoid conflict, disagreements are bound to happen.

While most people assume conflict istoxic, it can actually be considered a healthy relationship habit.

Sad girlfriend turns away from angry boyfriend

Because of your inherent differences in perspective, the occasional disagreement will happen now and then.

According to communications professorElizabeth Dorrance Hall Ph.D., “Conflict provides an opportunity for making change.”

Couple fighting in a hallway

Couple in conflict turned away from each other