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Summary

The article discusses the importance of respect in relationships and how disrespectful words can lead to multiple battles within oneself and the relationship.

Abstract

The article titled "Battles" discusses the importance of treating each other with respect in a relationship. It emphasizes that the battles of life should not be about disrespectful words like "I hate you" or "You are so stupid." The author argues that even if an apology follows, these words still bounce around in one's head, casting doubt. The article further states that a perfect relationship does not exist, and fights and misunderstandings will happen. However, repeatedly slinging disrespectful words is a sure sign that multiple battles are being waged. The author concludes that a battle with oneself, a battle in the relationship, and a losing battle of showing respect are all being fought.

Opinions

  • The author believes that a perfect relationship does not exist, and fights and misunderstandings will happen.
  • The author emphasizes that repeatedly slinging disrespectful words is a sure sign that multiple battles are being waged.
  • The author argues that a battle with oneself, a battle in the relationship, and a losing battle of showing respect are all being fought.
  • The author suggests that a vested interest in treating each other with respect is necessary for a relationship to succeed.
  • The author implies that disrespectful words can cast doubt and lead to a losing battle of showing respect.

Battles

How many battles are you fighting

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The battles of life should be the laundry, dishes, and what to make for dinner.

They shouldn’t be the yelling of words like

“I hate you.”

“You are so stupid.”

“Why are you treating me this way?”

For a relationship to succeed, both people need to have a vested interest in treating each other with respect.

Once the words have been said, (Even if “Sorry” follows) they still bounce around in your head.

They will pop up at the most random times, casting doubt. “Did they really mean it?”

You may love someone with all your heart, yet if you don’t respect them or have a vested interest in your relationship succeeding, then you are not creating a solid foundation.

A perfect relationship doesn’t exist, fights will happen, misunderstandings will happen, and the ability to compromise must happen.

Yet repeatedly slinging -

“You are stupid”

“I don’t fucking love you”

“Get the fuck out”

“I hate you,”

Is a sure sign that multiple battles are being waged.

A battle with yourself A battle in your relationship

And, most importantly,

You are fighting a losing battle of showing respect.

Nicole Barden 3/22/2021

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