Conflict is natural in any close relationship whether with friends, family, colleagues or in couples or parenting. Disputes can be related to differing opinions or an emotional conflict between the two parties. Healthy people DO argue but how they argue makes all the difference. Hashing out an issue should not be about who has the superior retorts to win a point, but really about two-way problem solving that protects the connection. If done with finesse, working through conflict can actually strengthen bonds by carefully preserving trust and mutual respect in a relationship.