Uploaded July 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
This is based on documented research from marital researcher Dr. John Gottman from The Gottman Institute who is a world renowned psychologist and professor that predict with 95% certainty that a relationship is destined to fall apart within 5 years. This data is also acknowledged and affirmed by Dr. Jordan Peterson.
The following four items nearly always predict separation or termination of relationships within 5 years: (according to the Gottman Institute)
1) Contempt (shown by eye rolling, mockery, etc.)
2) Criticism (using sneering tones)
3) Defensiveness (being accusatory, constantly escalating arguments)
4) Stonewalling (shutting off emotionally)
This is based on documented research from marital researcher Dr. John Gottman from The Gottman Institute who is a world renowned psychologist and professor that predict with 95% certainty that a relationship is destined to fall apart within 5 years. This data is also acknowledged and affirmed by Dr. Jordan Peterson.
The following four items nearly always predict separation or termination of relationships within 5 years: (according to the Gottman Institute)
1) Contempt (shown by eye rolling, mockery, etc.)
2) Criticism (using sneering tones)
3) Defensiveness (being accusatory, constantly escalating arguments)
4) Stonewalling (shutting off emotionally)
