Dr. Sarah Schewitz: How Your Childhood Wounds Are Affecting Your Relationships
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*Criticism, Defensiveness, Stonewalling and Contempt: Negative Habits in Relationships *
In relationships, there are four negative habits that can be detrimental: criticism, defensiveness, stonewalling, and contempt. Criticism involves making blanket statements about your partner's personality. Defensiveness is throwing up a roadblock and not taking responsibility. Stonewalling is shutting down and not showing any signs of listening. Contempt is the most damaging habit, characterized by name-calling and superiority. It can manifest through sarcasm, eye-rolling, or sneering. These four habits, known as the 'four horsemen,' can seriously harm relationships and should be addressed.
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