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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Everything Turns Into an Argument: How to Break the Conflict Cycle

The Gottman Institute

When you fight constantly, and everything turns into an argument, it can feel hopeless. However, you can learn to break the ...

How Do Arguments Affect Relationships Over Time?

Terry Gaspard

Frequent arguments over time can create a lot of stress on a relationship. Learn how to break the conflict cycle by ...

Finding Fatherhood All Around Me: A Father’s Day Reflection

Frans Keylard

Research shows emotional connection with father figures is crucial for childhood development. Learn how multiple relationships can fulfill paternal guidance when ...

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 ...

10 Ways to Celebrate Dad (Without Reinforcing Stereotypes)

Zach Brittle, LMHC

This Father's Day show Dad your true appreciation and love by celebrating him in these meaningful ways. ...

I’m Lonely in My Relationship: Why It Happens and How to Reconnect

The Gottman Institute

It is painful to feel alone when you are in a committed relationship. You can find yourself emotionally distant from your ...

The Grass is Greener Where You Water It

Kyle Benson

Building trust and commitment requires intentional effort. Here are fives ways to invest in your relationship. ...

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. ...

The Four Horsemen: Defensiveness

Ellie Lisitsa

Defensiveness is really a way of blaming your partner. ...

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