The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse

Marriages in the U.S. are ending earlier than ever before.

Dr. John Gottman was able to identify 4 scientifically validated behaviors that are predictive of divorce if left to run rampant in the relationship. The behaviors are criticism, contempt, defensiveness, and stonewalling.

Even happily married couples slip into one of these four toxic behaviors from time to time, but they are actively engaged in getting rid of them with marriage counseling and therapy. Watch the video and use the activity sheet below to work through any of the four horsemen currently at play in your relationship.