Originally published March 5, 2018. Look, I get it. After years of marriage, saying “thank you” to your spouse for loading the dishwasher might feel about as natural as complementing a teenager’s outfit choices. Why…
Have you ever wondered why some couples seem to weather any storm while others struggle with daily frustrations? As a couples therapist, I’ve observed that the difference often comes down to something Dr. John Gottman…
My husband doesnât understand me or listen to me at all. Heâs constantly making assumptions about what I am saying that are way off and then that leads to fightingâĶIâm exhausted trying to get him…
As we celebrate Father’s Day this year, it’s a wonderful opportunity to reflect on the vital role that fathers play in their children’s lives. While cultural attitudes and family structures have evolved over time, the…
What are some ways that couples can show appreciation for each other? Gottman says, âsmall ways, often.â Here are 5 ways you can adopt now to show each other appreciation: 1. Set up rituals of…
We know that breaking up is hard to do. We also know that letting go of someone you love, even someone who you recognize is part of an unhealthy relationship, can still be challenging. Philipâs…
I know a little bit about ADHD and relationships. My husband and I have been managing my ADHD for years. âDo not talk to me!â I lovingly yell at my husband as I am about…
I don’t actually know your husband, so I don’t know what is going on with him, whether this is a habit he’s picked up lately, or he’s always been this way around smaller decisions. The…
Parents often wonder whether it’s appropriate to argue in front of their children. While conventional wisdom might suggest keeping all disagreements private, research and expert opinion suggest a more nuanced approach. The key lies not…
My husband refuses to talk about problems. I think that our relationship needs some serious help but my husband doesnât think that thereâs a problem. In fact, he says that talking about problems just makes…
Most hurt partners I’ve worked with have asked me how they can get past intrusive thoughts about the affair. They want to stay in their marriages and also want to feel better. Before they come…
Ever encountered those subtle yet persistent in-law tensions that seem to linger post-marriage? Peter Pearson, a relationship coach, sheds light on this unspoken battleground, revealing how couples often evade these issues, hoping they’ll dissolve over…
My husband calls me names and swears at me. Iâve told him I consider him verbally abusive when he does it and have asked him to stop. It never becomes physical abuse, but it hurts…
Ending a marriage is never easy, and the separation period can be incredibly confusing and emotionally taxing. Many people wonder if itâs wrong to date while separated. They want to know how it may impact…
Covenant Marriage emerges as an inspirational pathway for couples seeking to forge an especially meaningful and enduring marital bond. This distinctive approach to matrimony aims for higher psychological commitment to relationship growth, therapeutic intervention, and…
How Couples Fight: Understanding the Science of Healthy Conflict What makes a relationship last? The answer might surprise you. In groundbreaking research spanning decades, Dr. John Gottman and Robert Levenson discovered they could predict with…
I sat across from Amanda and Andrew in my intensive therapy office as they described their repeated argument about dirty dishes. ‘We’re fighting all the time,’ Amanda sighed. ‘That must mean something’s wrong, right?’ Actually,…
The transition to parenthood is one of the most significant changes a marriage can experience. While the arrival of a new baby brings joy and excitement, it also introduces unprecedented challenges to your relationship. Understanding…
Picture this: Your partner has just lost their job. They’re sitting on the couch, clearly devastated, and you immediately jump in with, “Everything happens for a reason!” or “Look on the bright side â now…
In an era where digital connections often overshadow physical ones, the simple act of holding hands might be more powerful than we realize. Recent groundbreaking research from Binghamton University reveals that these small gestures of…
Introduction As we navigate the ups and downs of life, have you ever wondered if our emotional experiences change as we age? Recent psychology research reveals a fascinating shift in emotional well-being that occurs with…
Friendship is essential in intimacy. Because friendship, if you think about it, is the building block of our lives. Establishing a sense of intimacy allows us to get to know people and become good friends…
Phubbing (pronounced fubbing) is a relatively new word and is a combination of phone and snubbing. Phubbing describes the habit of snubbing someone in favor of a mobile phone. It is hard to imagine a world…
Can passionate love survive decades of marriage, or are we all destined for comfortable companionship? For years, relationship experts preached that romantic love inevitably fades into a warm friendship. However, groundbreaking research by Dr. Bianca…
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