Lasting Love is the result of a powerful strategy. Ready to get started? Click here to learn the strategy (it’s free) Notes from the podcast: Acknowledging the Struggle Yes, dating feels like navigating a labyrinth without a map. Whether you’re reentering the dating scene after some time or feel like a novice in the era…
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Everyone appreciates a little romance in their lives — even uber macho men. They may not be into public displays of affection, but a dash of private mushiness is almost always A-OK. Sometimes, making him shed a tear can bring you closer together. To that end, we’ve written 17 love poems that will make your…
As I’m writing this, my wife asks “Do you want to come try this?” referring to a new meal she justmade. Do I really need to get up and try this now? I think to myself. After all, I’m writing for TheGottman Institute. Here’s what Drs. John and Julie Gottman say about these moments in…
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So your boyfriend’s birthday is coming up, and you want to do something that will bring you closer – something that shows him how much you love him. Something as special as he is. You want it to be fun for both of you, within your budget, and memorable. But coming up with original ideas…
Lasting Love is the result of a powerful strategy. Ready to get started? Click here to learn the strategy (it’s free) Notes from the podcast: Editor’s note: Ready to attract love with a proven strategy? Watch this free video to learn the 7 powerful steps Are you navigating the single life, feeling increasingly frustrated and…
Before I begin, I should let you know my expertise in this area – I’ve survived the toddler years with one child, and I’m in the thick of the 2’s with my other. Yes, sure, I’m also a clinical psychologist, Certified Gottman Therapist and Bringing Baby Home educator, but honestly, I know myself when I’m…
John Gottman’s Four Horsemen are well known in the relationship space for leading to relationship demise. However, these types of negative interactions (criticism, contempt, defensiveness and stonewalling) can also be generalized to the parent child relationship. In contrast to a couples relationship where there is equal responsibility for healthy communication, the parent child relationship is…
We all desire to belong, whether at our place of work, in our community, or to our spouses. Unfortunately, for many of us, that vital feeling of being the only person in this world is common. Some create a false sense of belonging while others try to conceal their feeling of emptiness. So what do…
