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Thirty Years Later

Zach Brittle, LMHC

What Makes Relationships Last? Lessons from 30 Years of Marriage and the Gottman Institute

The Rhythm of Repair

Kim Lampson

Learn why partners have different timelines for repairing after conflict and how understanding your repair rhythm can strengthen your relationship.

Love on a Tuesday Afternoon

Laura Silverstein

On the 30th anniversary of The Gottman Institute, we reflect on the things that have and haven't changed in relationship science.

How to Deal With a Narcissist

Alexander Elguren

How to deal with a narcissist, grounded in Gottman's research: spotting contempt, easing flooding, and noticing whether repair is possible between you.

Can a Narcissist Change? What the Research Says About Real Transformation

Alexander Elguren

Wondering if your partner can change? Learn what the research actually shows about whether a narcissist can change and how to recognize real shifts.

Hyperfixation in Relationships

Alexander Elguren

Hyperfixation can feel exactly like falling in love, until it fades. Here is what it is, why it happens, and how couples build the love that lasts.

How to Stay Connected as a Couple During the Summer

The Gottman Institute

Summer can bring changes to routines and increased stressors. Use the time to connect with your partner while making memories as a family.

Emotional Manipulation: Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore

The Gottman Institute

Understand what emotional manipulation looks like in relationships and how to handle it.

John Gottman on Fatherhood

The Gottman Institute

Your role as a father is undeniably important. Use this day to take care of yourself and connect with loved ones.

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