The Mindset Mentor These 4 Habits DESTROY Relationships (and You Don’t Even Know It)
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Sep 19, 2025 Could your communication habits be ruining your relationships? Discover the Four Horsemen that lead to connection breakdowns. Learn how criticism and contempt affect interactions—and what appreciation can do to counteract negativity. Find out strategies to combat defensiveness and stonewalling, essential for healthy dialogue. This insightful conversation provides practical tools to transform how you engage with loved ones and strengthen all your relationships.
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Patterns Define Relationship Health
- Relationships develop patterns that you must observe from a third-person viewpoint.
- You can only control how you show up, not other people's behavior.
Focus On Behavior, Not Character
- Address behaviors not character when upset; avoid absolutes like "always" or "never."
- Request specific help and praise any effort to reinforce positive change.
Create A Culture Of Appreciation
- Build a culture of appreciation by naming what your partner does right daily.
- Be the first to express gratitude and notice small actions to counter contempt.