According to a recent iMOM poll, the three things that couples argue about most are money, communication and discipline.  Sound familiar?  Conflict is natural in a relationship.  But sometimes, a small disagreement can escalate into a full-blown shouting match.  A useful tool couples can use to avoid a heated argument is a kind of intermission.  When things are getting hot, one person can say, “Let’s take a break.”  Then that person must immediately set a time within 24 hours to pick up the conversation again after you’ve had a chance to cool off.  My wife Susan and I avoid arguments by “taking a break”.  And for more tips, here are 10 ways to fight fair with your spouse.