The Gottman Relationship Blog

Categories:

The Magic Relationship Ratio, According to Science

Kyle Benson

That “magic ratio” is 5 to 1. This means that for every negative interaction during conflict, a stable and happy marriage has five (or more) positive interactions.

Stable Instability in Relationships: An Interview with Amir Levine Part II

Kyle Benson

If you can recognize secure partners early on while dating, you’ll navigate the dating world much better and likely find yourself in a secure relationship.

Moving Beyond Mistakes in Marriage

Hannah Eaton

After recognizing that one has made a mistake, it is important to make a repair with your partner.

September 2017

Allison Sowder

Check out what happened at The Gottman Institute this September!

Love Smarter by Learning When to Take a Break

Kerry Lusignan

Breaks give you time to calm down, deepen your perspective, and have a successful “do-over” with your partner.

Let’s Have an Honest Conversation About Sex

David and Constantino Khalaf

Sex requires vulnerability and honest communication.

Invest in Your Relationship: The Emotional Bank Account

The Gottman Institute

The difference between happy and unhappy couples is how they manage their Emotional Bank Account.

Marriage Is a Dance

Hannah Eaton

This type of balanced relationship is what we were striving for on the dance floor, and what we seek out on a daily basis in our relationship.

How to Repair the Little Things So They Don’t Become Big Things

The Gottman Institute

Happy couples repair, and they do so early and often.

We'll Deliver The Blog To You

Make the most out of your relationships without lifting a finger. Well, maybe just one to subscribe. Get all you need to foster meaningful connections delivered straight to you, from heartwarming stories to evidence-based practices.