In this video, Tyler answers the questions of how do I stop contempt in my relationship. In this better relationship communication series, Tyler explores the most common issues in a marriage. This relationship advice is based on the research from Dr. Gottman from the Gottman Institute.
Contempt is one of the 4 horsemen of the relationship apocalypse, and type explains what contempt is, how it shows up, and the antidotes to contempt.
In this video, we answer
- What is contempt?
- What behaviors show contempt?
- What are the antidotes to contempt
When you can follow these marriage tops, you will have a healthy marriage.
Top Takeaways From This Episode
- 2:13 – What is contempt
- 3:20 – Contempt Behavior – Insulting & Name Calling You Partner
- 4:19 – Contempt Behavior – Hostile Humor
- 4:52 – Contempt Behavior – Deadly Smirk
- 5:54 – Contempt Behavior – Sarcasm
- 7:33 – Antidote to Contempt – Go Slow
- 8:06 – Antidote to contempt – Understand Your Feelings
- 9:12 – Antidote to Contempt – What Is Your Partner Feeling
- 10:06 – Antidote to Contempt – Get Curious About Your Partner
Resources
Blog Post
Books
Better Relationship Communication Series
Question of the Day
Are you guilty of contempt? How does contempt show up in your relationship?
Marraige and Family Therapist at Richer Life Counseling
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