5 Ways to Minimize Household Conflict While Stuck at Home!

What do you think will happen if you put all 7 of my family members into a 4 Room HDB flat for almost 24/7?

It is not every day that we are arguing but there are definitely days when you will be pissed at your sister for talking loudly over the phone while you are enjoying some quiet “alone” time or your parents being concerned about your lifestyle choices.

Especially when the area of movement is constricted by our own house, it is so easy to bump into each other when moving from one place to another.

But no worries, let me share some ways that I used personally to minimize household conflicts!

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#1 Empathize

Accept that we are all in the same situation and stand in everybody’s shoes to understand their perspective. If your family members are talking loudly over the phone, just think in their perspectives, maybe they miss their friends or relatives and talking over the phone is their only way to catch up and they are over the moon. What I do is to either close the bedroom door or wear my earpiece. They get to catch up and you get your peace!

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#2 Come out with solutions for the problems

Sit your family down for an informal meeting. Voice out the problems you think should be compromised by both parties. My sister and I used to share a study table and we had issues when she started studying from home and me working from home. In the end we agreed to have her use the study table and I work on a small table in our bedroom.

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#3 Stress Reducing Activities

Give your brain a break. I understand that having cooped up inside for a long period of time is emotionally challenging. Set out time for activities that helps you calm down. Give yourself some alone time, be it a home workout or just binge watching your favorite drama. Have a balance of family time and alone time is the best way to go during this stay home period.

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#4 Be Flexible

Sure, there are some principles that shouldn’t be bent But there are many other things that you can be flexible about. Ever wanted to scream at your siblings for leaving all their dishes unwashed in the basin? Try going with the flow once in a while for a change, wash the dishes for them. You will most likely find yourself in a happier place and that your family relationships are stronger. I did it and I got praised by my parents. Win-win!

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#5 Watch your tone and volume

Speak with your family members in a calm and respectful manner even when you are tired or upset. Many times, it is because of our tone that a normal conversation turns into an argument. You are still able to get your point across without being harsh. It isn’t worth arguing over small matters. Plus, you will see them 24/7, don’t make things awkward!

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Stay home, Stay Safe, Stay Bonded!

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