In this episode of More Than Roommates, Derek, Gabrielle, and Andrew unpack four common negative communication patterns that can destroy marriages: withdrawing, escalating, negative interpretation, and invalidation. Through honest stories and biblical wisdom, they help couples identify their patterns, slow down conflict, and pursue Christ-honoring communication.

Discussion Questions:

1. Which W.E.N.I. pattern do you most often fall into—and why do you think that is?

2. What does validation look like practically when one of us is emotional?

3. What boundaries or “pause plans” can we agree on before our next conflict?

Resource:

- Blog from Scott Kedersha about WENI