This person looks after her own interests during a conflict and feels as though her self-image is being threatened. Unfortunately, while this is a good response to conflict in most ways, the more one compromises, the more one loses her perspective. If all you do is compromise, it will drain the relationship eventually. Obviously, the BEST way to respond to conflict. It doesn't sweep the problem under the carpet, but seeks to really come to a decision about the particular crisis.
Conflict demands loving confrontation and openness.
In turn, this determination to resolve differences should be greeted with understanding and a willingness to help. When conflict goes unresolved, anger can set in. The longer the conflict goes unresolved, the more anger takes hold and affects the relationship. And, if anger is not dealt with - depression takes hold and deteriorate chances for resolution even more . In dealing with forgiveness, there are two parts.