Couples therapist believes that Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift not arguing could be a red flag. Kelce recently confessed that he and Swift have “never once” argued in their brief time together. However, couples therapist Dr. Argie Allen-Wilson believes that “fair fighting” should be the “gold standard” in a relationship.
Therapist has this to say on Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift’s argument-free relationship
Couples therapist Dr. Argie Allen-Wilson believes that Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift not arguing is not a healthy sign. George Clooney guested on the December 3 episode of the Kelce brothers’ New Heights podcast. Clooney revealed that he and his wife, Amal, have never fought. Clooney counter-questioned the Chiefs’ tight end and asked, “Travis, shall we ask you the same questions?” (via PEOPLE).
Kelce replied confidently, “Well, it’s only been two and a half years, and you’re right. I haven’t gotten into an argument. Never once.” Kelce’s statement seemingly divided the internet. While some believe the couple’s argument-free relationship is a green flag, others argue that a healthy argument only deepens love and trust between partners.
Relationship therapist Dr. Argie Allen-Wilson believes arguments can be handled maturely. She reasoned, “People don’t like conflict, and so they think, ‘Okay, if we’re not fighting, then this means we have a great relationship.’ But that’s not necessarily so. The extent of a healthy relationship is not how well we do when things are great, but how well we do when things are not so great.”
Furthermore, she explained that couples must learn to gauge and navigate uncomfortable or unpleasant situations that can result in a conflict or a fight. “Not fighting is not necessarily the gold standard. It’s actually fair fighting that is a better gold standard,” she stated.
Moreover, Dr. Allen-Wilson remarked that an argument-free relationship may seem tempting, but it cannot remain healthy in the long run. She explained, “I think that there is something to be said for fair fighting.” Kelce and Swift announced their engagement on August 26 with heartwarming pictures accompanied by a heartfelt caption on Instagram.
