They may interrupt conversations, refuse to admit mistakes, dismiss other opinions, or turn every discussion into an argument.

You cannot control another person's attitude, but you can control how you respond.

Avoid trying to win every argument.

Instead, focus on whether the discussion is actually solving a problem.

You can calmly explain your position and allow the other person to express theirs.

If the conversation becomes insulting or aggressive, it may be better to pause and continue later.

It is also useful to recognise when an issue is simply a difference of opinion.

Not every disagreement has a winner and a loser.

Healthy relationships allow people to say, "We see this differently," without turning the difference into a personal conflict.

Lesson: A relationship becomes healthier when disagreements are treated as conversations rather than competitions.