The 4 patterns that quietly erode uniquely wired marriages and relationships

In this week’s vlog, we’re looking at the four sneaky patterns—criticism, contempt, defensiveness, and stonewalling—that can quietly unravel even the most loving, uniquely wired marriages and relationships.

We all want to do our best to have a great relationship, but these sneaky dynamics, identified by researchers John and Julie Gottman, can take hold before we even realize it.

Do these sound familiar in your closest relationships? If so, take a listen as I share how to spot them and what to do when you find them.

Take a listen.

The good news? Small shifts—like softening how you start a tough conversation—can make all the difference.