Stop The Fmy Horseman From Running Over Your Relationship
In relationship terms, the Fmy Horsemen are Criticism, Defensiveness, Contempt, and Stonewalling. When these come calling, the likelihood of relationship unhappiness and/or divorce skyrocket.
The Secret to a Deep and Fulfilling Sex Life
If my partner has been a good friend lately you are more likely to be in the mood to play together and have fun.
Affairs
70 percent of married women and 54 percent of married men did not know of their spouses’ extramarital activity. Is it possible to recover? If a couple wants to stay together, is it even a good idea to try?
Predicting Divorce
Dr. Gottman found that for couples who would eventually divorce, when they talked about an area of disagreement, there was slightly more negativity than positivity as compared to those couples who would stay together – 1.25 times more negative than positive.
Marriage Counseling: The Turtle and The Woodpecker Get Married
Relationships can be a lot like the marriage of a turtle and a woodpecker. In their marriage, when danger comes along, the turtle pulls into his shell and the woodpecker taps on it to get him to come back out.
Negotiation Skills for Couples
For many couples, arguing becomes the primary focus of their relationship, leaving the nurturing, fun and joyful aspects of their relationship behind. Developing strategies to manage conflict can strengthen your relationship….