Oct 12, 2023
You’ve probably experienced this before – having an emotional reaction disproportionate to the comment that spurred it, or a conversation that goes off the rails when emotions escalate out of nowhere. Sure, some conflict is unavoidable and necessary, but constantly... 
Sep 6, 2023
Quality time with your spouse – what would your relationship be without it? While it can sometimes seem like a luxury amidst your busy lives, it’s actually a vital ingredient for a marriage that stands the test of time. Why is it so important? For one, spending... 
Aug 7, 2023
How to Listen Without Getting Defensive Here’s the key to listening non-defensively. By Kyle Benson (The Gottman Institute) Understanding your partner requires the capacity to listen. Really listen. Couples are advised to hear each other’s complaints without... 
Jun 29, 2023
Disappointment is pretty much a part of life. Maybe you’re disappointed in a movie you had high hopes for or in the way your homemade cheesecake turned out. You might feel displeased for a short period of time, but it’s nothing you’ll lose sleep over. Other times,... 
Jun 20, 2023
6 Reasons to Have a Weekly Family Meeting Establishing a weekly family meeting can have a lot of great benefits for both individual members and the family as a whole. Here are 6 reasons to start one: Did you have family meetings when you were a kid? Were they a... 
May 18, 2023
Is that quick goodbye kiss before you part ways in the morning really critical to the success of your marriage? It might seem small and inconsequential, but in the context of relationship rituals, it can actually be quite meaningful. Much research has shown that... 