Many people who struggle with emotional intelligence and emotional regulation skills also tend to be more defensive in their relationships and conversations, at least according to a study from ...

It’s not uncommon to feel uncomfortable in the face of constructive criticism or feedback, even when we’re expecting it in places like the workplace. According to a study from the Journal of ...

Defensiveness is a serious problem. According to John Gottman, it’s one of four patterns—criticism, defensiveness, contempt, and stonewalling—that lead to divorce. Defensiveness is also very ...