S11 Conflict E3: Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse

In "Relationship Workout for Men" Season 11 Episode 3, titled "Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse," Vince discusses the detrimental conflict strategies from John Gottman's book "Why Marriages Succeed or Fail." He breaks down the 'Four Horsemen' — criticism, contempt, defensiveness, and stonewalling — and how they create a slippery slope toward relationship disintegration. Vince illustrates how these strategies can start with criticism and escalate to contempt, prompting defensiveness and culminating in stonewalling, which stifles communication and deepens disconnection. Through the episode, Vince urges listeners to recognize these destructive patterns and to commit to healthier communication to salvage and strengthen their relationships.

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