People get divorced for all kinds of different reasons. More often than not, it's the little things that add up and lead to the decline of the relationship. According to experts, most couples that get divorced have a few silent relationship killers…
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Communicating can be difficult at the best of times, but relationship communication, due to its more sensitive nature, can be even more difficult. Once we take an association with someone we’re attracted to, up to “relationship level”, expectations change. Things like exclusivity, loyalty, and accountability come into play. Mix that up with the various hangups […]
Dr John Gottman is a leading expert in what makes marriages succeed and fail. After just five minutes in his "Love Lab" he has been able to predict whether married couples will divorce within a year with 91% accuracy. His marriage counseling is also impressive, having only a 20% failure rate compared to the average of around 50%. His approach to learning about marriage is highly empirical, relying on observations of hundreds of visual cues, heart rate, perspiration, and other measurable factors.
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At the foundation of all our relationships is the ability to communicate effectively. When we are able to express our thoughts, feelings and ideas about each other, to each other, in a way that is understood by the other, we start to feel closer and more connected. In families, this need to be understood and connected is becoming increasingly important in a world fragmented with social media and pressure to succeed. However, 'Communication Skills 101' classes are rarely taught in schools and
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In our society, the concept of physical abuse is perceived as more egregious than other forms of abuse, and certainly more heinous than the idea of neglect. If a woman has been physically harmed, i…
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The infographic below highlights some of Dr. John Gottman’s most notable research findings on marriage and couple relationships.
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My commitment to 30 days of focusing on nonviolent communication was satisfied as of September 28. It was a resounding success. Here is an overview of how it went, as well as some thoughts for the …
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Cognitive distortions are irrational thoughts that influence how you see the world, how you feel, and how you act. It’s normal to have cognitive distortions...
