What to Do When the Honeymoon Phase Wears Off
When the honeymoon phase wears off…how will you know and what can you do about it? Research tells us that the honeymoon period is quite real. It tends to last anywhere between 12 to 30…
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The Painful Connection Between Serial Infidelity and Personality Disorders: What the Latest Research Reveals
Originally published September 23, 2018. Infidelity is one of the most devastating experiences a couple can face, shattering trust and often leading to the demise of the relationship. While there are many factors that can…
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Matching Sexual Styles: The Real Key to Amazing Sexual Chemistry
What’s the secret to amazing sexual chemistry that lasts? While falling in love, feeling drawn to each other, and sharing intimate moments are all important, the real key may lie in something less discussed: matching…
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20 Powerful Things to Say to Your Unhappy Wife
Navigating the complexities of a relationship when your wife is unhappy requires empathy, patience, and open communication. Knowing what to say during such moments is pivotal, as words hold the power to heal, reassure, and…
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Dealing with Loneliness in a Marriage
Loneliness affects us physically. We feel pain more acutely; it suppresses our immune system, disrupts our sleep, and makes us tired and irritable. For older adults, research has found that loneliness is far more dangerous than obesity….
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Fighting Depression as a Couple: Concrete Ways to Show Love, Support, and Promote Healing
Marriage should be a refuge—not a risk factor. And yet, some studies show it’s safer to be single than to be in a marriage where you feel unsupported. That might sound dramatic, but the research…
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9 Tips for Supporting Your Partner Through Winter Blues
As shorter daylight hours and colder temperatures settle in, many people experience the “winter blues” – a common seasonal mood shift that can profoundly affect relationships. While up to 20% of Americans deal with some…
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Marriage and Parental Influence on Child Development
Have you ever wondered how your relationship with your partner influences your children’s development? As a family therapist who has worked with families across all economic backgrounds, I’ve witnessed firsthand how the quality of marriage…
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I’m Thankful for My Spouse & Here’s How I Show It
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…
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Emotional Bank Account: Six Ways of Building Trust
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…
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When Your Husband Doesn’t Notice You’ve Stopped Talking…The Silent Warning
My husband doesn’t understand me or listen to me at all. He’s constantly making assumptions about what I am saying that are way off and then that leads to fighting…I’m exhausted trying to get him…
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The Profound Impact of Dads: 10 Research Findings Every Father Should Know
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…
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Showing Appreciation: 5 Things Couples Can Start Doing Now
What are some ways that couples can show appreciation for each other? Gottman says, “small ways, often.” Here are 5 ways you can adopt now to show each other appreciation: 1. Set up rituals of…
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I Can’t Stop Thinking About My Ex
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. Philip’s…
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ADHD and Relationships; 5 Challenging Issues Couples Face
I know a little bit about ADHD and relationships. My husband and I have been managing my ADHD for years. “Do not talk to me!” I lovingly yell at my husband as I am about…
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Why can’t he make a decision?
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…
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Should We Be Fighting in Front of the Kids?
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…
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When Silence Speaks Volumes: Understanding Men’s Reluctance to Try Couples Therapy
My husband refuses to talk about problems. I think that our relationship needs some serious help but my husband doesn’t think that there’s a problem. In fact, he says that talking about problems just makes…
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How to Get Past Infidelity Triggers: One Woman’s Story.
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…
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Navigating In-Law Dynamics: The Inside Story
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…
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Effects of Name Calling in a Relationship
My husband calls me names and swears at me. I’ve 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…
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6 Crucial Things You Must Know About Dating While Separated
Ending a marriage is never easy, and the separation period can be incredibly confusing and emotionally taxing. Many people wonder if it’s wrong to date while separated. They want to know how it may impact…
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What is a Covenant Marriage?
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…
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How Often Do Couples Fight? How Do Those Fights Leave You Feeling?
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…
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