Most of us get flooded and run away from heated conflicts in our intimate relationships: we hang up the phone, slam the door, take a walk. While this can sometimes help you regulate, many times this actually increases the rupture and prevents repair and play. In this talk I advocate while often it's time "to go back into the ring" of your relationship in order to grow. Examples are given from the clinic and my personal life. Practical tips will aid you in returning more and more into the crucible ring!