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might already know firsthand that working through a rough patch with

your partner can draw you closer to each other.

So what are seven big reasons why people in relationship argue? Read on

and see if you have ever fought over any of them!

1. Money

When you think of couples people in relationship arguing, money is one

of the first things that comes to mind.

Money matters can put differences in your personalities and values in stark

contrast.

Money is likely something you made decisions

about by yourself before being in a serious

relationship, so it can be hard when you have to

share the decision-making process.

If only one spouse is earning, the other might feel humiliated at having to

ask for money, leading to more fights.

But it might be avoided if the earning partner treats the other as their

equal, and doesn’t make them feel inferior just because they don’t work a

9 – 5 job.

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