conflict

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.

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.

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.

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.

Breaking the Pursue-Withdraw Pattern: An Interview with Scott R. Woolley, Ph.D.

Kyle Benson

The pursue-withdraw pattern is an extremely common cause of divorce. If left unresolved, it will continue into a second marriage and subsequent intimate relationships.

Reaching a Compromise: The Second Part of the State of the Union Meeting

Kyle Benson

The first step in problem-solving is to identify your core needs.

Understanding Each Other: The First Part of the State of The Union Meeting

Kyle Benson

Each partner will be given a time to speak and a time to listen as you work through the different stages of your disagreement.

Stop Trying to Fix Your Partner’s Feelings

Kyle Benson

Instead of trying to change or fix the feelings of the person you love, focus on connecting with them.

Transforming Criticism into Wishes: A Recipe for Successful Conflict

Kyle Benson

For conflict conversations to succeed, you must state your feelings as neutrally as possible and transform any complaint about your partner into a positive need.

There Are Two Views to Every Conflict and Both Are Valid

Kyle Benson

You don't have to agree, but you do need to show respect for your partner's opinions.

Help Your Partner Understand Your Side of the Conflict in 3 Steps

Kyle Benson

Here's how to get your partner to attune to you during conflict.

How to Strengthen Your Relationship with State of the Union Meetings

Kyle Benson

When couples meet once a week for an hour, it drastically improves their relationship.

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