In this episode, Monica discusses John Gottman's theory of the four horseman of communication. These "horseman," as Gottman calls them, act as destroyers of communication. While Gottman's work is centered around marriage and family, the communication styles and techniques to overcome them can transcend across all types of relationships.

Monica will walk you through each type of destructive communication style, including how to recognize when you are using it. She will also give you antecdotes to turn negative communication into positive communication.

The Four Horseman are:

1. Criticsm

2. Contempt

3. Defensiveness

4. Stonewalling

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