FAIR FIGHTING RULES FOR FAMILIES, COUPLES, OR RELATIONSHIP

Fair Fighting Rules

Disagreements happen in every relationship. Fair Fighting Rules is a one-page handout that helps couples discuss difficult topics with more respect and less escalation.

The ten practical rules cover staying on one topic, expressing feelings with “I” statements, taking turns speaking, avoiding insults and yelling, and taking a break when a conversation gets too heated. The handout also encourages partners to seek a compromise or a better understanding of each other’s perspective.

Use it as a conversation guide at home or as a discussion tool in counseling sessions.

Format: One-page digital Word document from Flynn Counseling, PLLC.