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Caring and emotionally intelligent, Cancers make great partners. But they are very in touch with their emotions, sometimes to the point that they're oversensitive.
Loyal and dependable, Tauruses have many qualities that make them great partners. But they do also tend to be stubborn to the point of fault.
Virgos are super organized and on top of things, and they never forget anything you tell them. In fact, they will overanalyze until they're blue in the face!
Ruled by Venus, this sign is all about love and relationships. If you have a Libra partner, they will usually place your needs and the needs of the relationship above all else.
If you're dating a Sag, you might have noticed that they get angry with you multiple times in the same day, but then they forget about it just as quickly.
With a reputation for being prickly, people often tread carefully around Scorpio. In reality, however, this sign has a high level of emotional intelligence.
The superstars of the zodiac, Leos are great fun to be around and even better to date. Any relationship with a Leo will be an adventure, but you must watch out for their ego...
Pisces people tend to be very impressionable, so if you're dating one, it's important that you pay attention to the signals you're sending them.
If there's any sign that has their head screwed on, it's Capricorn. Independent and headstrong, Capricorn partners can be difficult to face in a fight.
Superstar communicators, Geminis spend a lot of time chewing their partner's ear off. This sign is all about communication, and with arguments it's no different.
If you're dating a quirky Aquarius, it is a good idea to get over your outburst of emotion before you approach them with a discussion topic.
If you're in a relationship with an Aries, you should be familiar with their fiery temper. This sign is passionate and charismatic, but quick to fly off the handle.
If you do find yourself in a disagreement with your Cap partner, try to back up your points with hard facts, rather than emotional justifications. This way you won't engage their ego.
Sources: (Martha Stewart)
See also: The worst habits of each zodiac sign
A good tactic with a Virgo partner, therefore, is not to give them too much information upfront. Otherwise, you could be there debating with them for hours...
If you are facing a disagreement with your Taurus partner and they shut you out, try to keep calm and encourage them gradually to talk about what is bothering them.
It is very important not to push your Cancer partner when in a fight, since it's possible to hurt their feelings very quickly and very deeply.
Do your best to manage your own emotions, since if you don't, you will likely rile up your partner and push them over the edge.
To avoid bruising the ego of your Leo partner during a fight, choose your words carefully. You might try using a compliment sandwich, to make your point more palatable.
Luckily, Aries people do tend to let go of their anger quite quickly, too. To make disagreements go more smoothly, try approaching topics gently.
With Libras, everything is about balance, so make sure you approach any arguments softly and thoughtfully, while always remembering to be reassuring.
A good tactic with this playful and adventurous sign is to play to their good-humored side. If things are getting a bit tetchy, suggest going for a walk or bike ride.
The difficult truth with this sign is that if you break down in tears or have an outburst of rage, they won't have a clue what to do. Try and go into the conversation with your emotions under control.
If you get in a scrap with your Gemini partner, you best believe you're not getting out of it anytime soon. The best thing to do is let them talk themselves dry.
The fire signs (Aries, Leo, and Sagittarius) are bold and energetic. They are great people to be around, provided you can handle their fiery tempers!
The highly emotional water signs (Cancer, Scorpio, and Pisces) make great partners, because they're so supportive. They are also highly sensitive, however.
And, finally, the earth signs (Taurus, Virgo, and Capricorn). These signs can be tricky to disagree with, even if they are your loving life partner.
When preparing for a difficult conversation with a Scorpio, it's all about setting the scene for success. Make sure they're in a good mood, and pick a peaceful setting.
In an ideal world, we would all get along with our partners all the time. There would be no arguments and conflict would be non-existent. The reality is, of course, that love is imperfect and all couples will have disagreements from time to time. Luckily, there are things you can do to make those arguments easier on you both, and it is definitely worth paying attention to your partner's zodiac sign when considering your approach.
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How to handle every argument, according to your partner's star sign
Using star signs to manage arguments!
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In an ideal world, we would all get along with our partners all the time. There would be no arguments and conflict would be non-existent. The reality is, of course, that love is imperfect and all couples will have disagreements from time to time. Luckily, there are things you can do to make those arguments easier on you both, and it is definitely worth paying attention to your partner's zodiac sign when considering your approach.
Curious? Check out this gallery to find out more.