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A couple avoiding conflict and not talking.

Overcoming the Fear of Confrontation in Relationships: How Conflict Can Impact Your Bond

The Gottman Institute

Fear of confrontation is a common reason for conflict avoidance in your relationship. However, when you can use strategies to have healthy confrontations, your relationship will improve dramatically.

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A couple engaging in healthy communication to improve their relationship.

10 Communication Exercises for Couples to Have Better Relationships

The Gottman Institute

Discover 10 effective communication exercises designed for couples to strengthen relationships and marriages. These practical, expert-backed strategies help couples connect, understand, and communicate more effectively.

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Couple sitting together unhappy considering a divorce.

Should I Stay or Should I Go? When Is the Right Time to Seek Divorce

Cheryl Fraser

Should I get a divorce? Consider these factors and get help before making a life altering decision.

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Couple with relationship problem, learning how to solve them so that they don't break up.

How to Solve Relationship Problems Without Breaking Up

The Gottman Institute

Arguments in a relationship are normal, but they also cause stress and unhappiness. Learn how to solve relationship problems and enhance your personal health and wellbeing.

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Nagging in a relationship is shown as a wife nagging her husband about a chore while holding their baby.

What Is Nagging in a Relationship?

The Gottman Institute

Nagging in a relationship is a common dynamic that can be improved by communication about deeper issues.

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Woman trying to get her partner to listen to her, but he is focused on his phone.

My Partner Doesn’t Listen To Me: How To Feel Heard In Your Relationship

The Gottman Institute

Learn the reasons partners stop listening and what it means for your relationship. Here are practical strategies for transforming your communication patterns so that you can reconnect and feel heard.

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A young couple is having a serious conversation as they plan their future together.

5 Premarital Conversations to Help You Sustain Love

Katie Golem

Engagement is such an exciting time, but you should have these five premarital conversations before you tie the knot.

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Couple arguing with one partner rolling eyes- a sign of contempt according to Dr. John Gottman.

The Four Horsemen: Contempt

Ellie Lisitsa

Contempt is the worst of the four horsemen. It is the number one predictor of divorce, but it can be defeated.

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A woman in therapy getting help without feeling ashamed.

Therapy Isn’t Something to Be Ashamed Of

Jessica Grace

Admitting you need help is not always easy, but everyone needs help sometimes, and reaching out for help is a courageous and strong act.

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A woman is arguing with her partner. Couples argue for many common reasons.

Why Do Couples Argue?

The Gottman Institute

Learn why couples argue and how to work through all of the common reasons for relationship arguments.

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Couple having a conversation to increase connection.

How To Improve Your Relationship in 24 Hours

Kimberly Panganiban

Here are 10 research-based tips to improve your relationship in 24 hours.

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a young couple sitting on a park bench, one is confronting the other showing how jealousy in a relationship can manifest

Why Do We Get Jealous in Relationships?

April Eldemire

Recognizing and embracing your partner's enduring vulnerabilities, as well as your own, will strengthen your relationship.

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