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We Can Do Hard Things · September 8, 2026 · 1h 31m
Why "We Never Fight" is a Red Flag: How to Fight Well
Conflict resolution expert Priya Parker joins Glennon Doyle to discuss why avoiding conflict can be more damaging than fighting. She explains the difference between unhealthy peace and the healthy heat that deepens relationships, and she offers a framework for deciding when to confront, when to let go, and when to walk away. One key rule—name the behavior, not the person—makes difficult conversations easier to hear. The conversation draws on Parker's new book, *The Art of Fighting: The Transformative Power of Conflict*.
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Highlights
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Parker argues that the absence of conflict—saying "we never fight"—is often not a sign of a healthy relationship but an indication of avoidance and suppressed issues.
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The Three Options in Conflict: Confront, Let Go, or Walk Away
Parker suggests that when a conflict arises, people often feel paralyzed, but there are really only three choices: confront the issue directly, consciously let go of the grievance, or walk away from the relationship if it is destructive.References
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The Art of Fighting: The Transformative Power of Conflict — Priya Parker (2026) — The book the conversation is based on.
Misc
✧Priya Parker was trained in conflict resolution and has worked on peace processes in the Arab world, southern Africa, and India.
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