And, they're not always the obvious problems.

Relationship researchers Drs. John and Julie Gottman call them the Four Horsemen, and they can turn everyday disagreements into destructive cycles that slowly break down a relationship.

In this episode of The Realistic Romantic, Drew breaks down each of the Four Horsemen, how to recognize which one shows up in your relationship, and the practical antidotes you can use to communicate better during conflict.

Plus, in this week's Relationship Status Update, Drew discusses the rise of the "sugar wife" and why being upfront about money, lifestyle, and relationship expectations might actually teach us something about communication.

In This Episode

• The Four Horsemen that can damage a relationship