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How to Ask for What You Really Want

The Gottman Institute

Communicating your needs with your partner can clear up misunderstandings and help avoid hurt feelings.

Holding Hands with Loved Ones Creates Interpersonal Synchronization

The Gottman Institute

When the couple was sitting next to each other holding hands, the brainwave sync was the strongest. How incredible is that?

An Open Letter to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle

Michael Fulwiler

While we could send flowers to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, the best gift we can give is sound relationship advice.

Relationships 101: What They Don’t Teach You in School

Chris Dollard

Knowing the scientific facts of how relationships work is a vital life skill to have that will serve you well.

Can Couples Recover from Addiction Together? An Interview with Dr. Robert Navarra

Chris Dollard

We know that a satisfying couple relationship is the single biggest predictor of successful long-term recovery.

4 Key Issues for New Parents and How to Solve Them

April Eldemire

The two of you are a team, and while raising a child is a big challenge, you have each other’s backs.

Seriously. What’s the Point of Marriage?

Nate Bagley

The point of marriage is not happiness. The point of marriage is growth.

Healthy Dependence as a Path Toward Healthy Relationships

David and Constantino Khalaf

When David is tempted to say, “I’ll do it myself!” he reminds himself to ask the question, “How can we do this together?”

Teach Your Kids the Value of Self-Care by Creating Healthy Habits

The Gottman Institute

Children, just like adults, benefit greatly from consistent and deliberate self-care activities.

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