Relationships can be difficult, everything cannot always run smoothly along. No matter how much we may want it, life does not go as planned. Happily ever after is not 1. ________guaranteed. 2. ______to an argument there can be clear signs of rising tensions. Life can be challenging and increasing pressure can affect a relationship potentially leading to a 3. ______on the horizon. Something small that is not dealt with could 4. _____________result in a much larger issue. This can lead to a series of ongoing fights which could result in a breakup. Disagreements can start small but they can just as easily develop into greater 5. _______between the pair, ultimately separating a strong couple. The best way to halt the escalation is to stop it before it can start. Both parts of the couple must 6. _________ really listen to each other. A stable relationship requires a readiness to try and 7. _____________each other’s needs. There are 8. _____________that must be made to be able to live contently. No couple sees eye-to-eye all the time, but a 9. _____________to having an open line of communication between them is the key to fostering a happy environment. Only then does a couple stand a chance of being able to 10. _______a healthy relationship, no matter how large the obstacle.