The Four Horsemen: Criticism, Contempt, Defensiveness, and Stonewalling

By Ellie Lisitsa

Being able to identify the Four Horsemen in your conflict discussions is a necessary first step to eliminating them and replacing them with healthy, productive communication patterns.

Two Good Reasons to Save Your Marriage

By The Gottman Institute

You’d be surprised what a good relationship can do for you

Why Turning Against Your Partner’s Bids Is So Harmful

By Vagdevi Meunier

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How to Stress-Proof Your Relationship This Holiday Season

Kyle Benson

Cultivate an attitude of gratitude around your partner and loved ones during the holidays. ...

Managing vs. Resolving Conflict in Relationships

Marni Feuerman

A look at three “conflict blueprints” to help you and your partner constructively manage conflict around unsolvable problems. ...

Navigating Different Parenting Styles in Blended Families

Terry Gaspard

In blended families there are likely several different parenting styles at play that can cause conflict among adults and children alike. ...

7 Outdated Relationship Myths

Dawn Smith

Here are some common relationship myths broken down. Learn why they are not accurate and develop the skills to deepen your ...

How Sensitive Are You To Rejection?

Karen Levine

Are you sensitive to rejection? Is your response "normal" or do you show traits of RSD? Understand the differences and how ...

Self-Interest is Not Selfish in Relationships

The Gottman Institute

If you’re struggling to find a healthy balance of authenticity and honesty with your selfless partner, perhaps you need to consider ...

The Introvert’s Guide to a Successful Relationship

Kendra Han

As an introvert certain aspects of being in a relationship may be more challenging. Here are tips to have a successful ...

Ghosting: The Silent Breakup

Laura Silverstein

Tips on how to deal with being ghosted and how to improve communication if you have been the 'ghoster.' ...

Discernment Counseling v. Couples Therapy

Karen Levine

Is discernment counseling or couples therapy right for you? Find out the difference so that you can achieve the outcomes you ...

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