The Goal Isn't to Win the Fight
22 Jun 2026 · 0 min
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In this short monologue, Blake Robert Templeton advises couples on how to de‑escalate conflict with a spouse. He argues that trying to overpower a partner’s anger creates resistance, whereas a calm, present demeanor fosters surrender. Rather than raising one’s intensity to regain control, he recommends lowering intensity while increasing clarity of communication. He supports this approach with Proverbs 15:1, noting that a gentle answer turns away wrath. The overall message is that gentle presence and clear, calm communication are more effective than forceful dominance in marital disagreements.
