Fighting with your significant other isn’t easy.

As marriage expert Dr. John Gottman toldVerily, the key to fighting with your partner is to do itrespectfully.

Avoiding confrontation, or getting too critical or defensive does not bode well for the future of your relationship.

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Here are some things that you should never say to your boyfriend during a fight.

There’s no excuse for name-calling or hitting below the belt.

What a weakling you are!'"

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You should also avoid digging up the past.

Fights will inevitably break out, but you should see them as opportunities to strengthen your relationship.

Don’t say anything that you could’t take back later.

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