The Rituals of Connection
Read the article this exercise was taken from: Gottman Relationship Blog by Ellie Lisitsa from December 7, 2013. Review the list of rituals below. Take a moment to select the ones you… Read more »
Author Archives: Diane
The Positive Point of View
The honeymoon period in our relationship allows our romantic attraction and excitement to “suspend judgement and ignore and forgive things that deserve more examination.” As the honeymoon ends, we must… Read more »
Lesson 5- Wrap up Relationship Building
Just feeling ‘love’ is not enough for a strong, healthy marriage. Feelings change and are largely influenced by circumstances and external influences. You have been practicing with tools and strategies… Read more »
Expressing Needs
Throughout your marriage your needs will change. What was only a desire becomes a strongly felt need and what was once a need no longer seems so important. Being able… Read more »
Expressing Desires Exercise
It may have been some time since you talked about your desires for this stage of your marriage. It may seem awkward. But give the exercise a chance. It’s worth the investment…. Read more »