Advice

Whenever someone is upset or sad, our natural response may be to try and cheer that person up. But that can be problematic in a romantic relationship.The tricky part with empathy is that it isn’t about trying to lift your partner’s, or anyone’s, spirits. It’s about validating the emotions that they feel, and understanding why […]

Dr. John Gottman has an interesting bit of advice for couples. He says, “Don’t leave home without a kiss that lasts six seconds.” Kissing does wonders for you; it releases oxytocin, which makes you feel a sense of comfort and bonding, and dopamine, which activates your brain’s reward center. Those butterflies in your stomach? They come from epinephrine and […]

We’ve all done it. You’re enjoying dinner with your partner and you get a text message. You check it, and before you know it, you’re engrossed in your phone while your partner eats in silence, waiting for your attention. Or, at night, your partner scrolls through their Facebook feed while you’re trying to vent about your hard […]

  Congratulations wedding couples on your new journey! Working in the wedding business I know how much effort it takes to plan a wedding while keeping your relationship healthy. My goal is to not only help you plan your wedding, but to honor your commitment to each other. To help couples strengthen their union, I […]

Today, as we near the end of 2017, we present our 100th Marriage Minute. You’ve been on a journey with us to strengthen your relationship, and love itself will always be a journey of discoveries unique to your relationship. In appreciation, we want to offer some general advice about the longevity of love. Dr. John […]

  Pre-Marital and Marital Workshop The Key Elements to a Healthy Marriage ​Congratulations wedding couples on your new journey! Working in the wedding business I know how much effort it takes to plan a wedding while keeping your relationship healthy. My goal is to not only help you plan your wedding, but to honor your […]

  Thinking of you Small gestures can go a long way toward building connection in your marriage, even when you and your partner are apart. For example, take a moment during your day to think positively about your partner. Then, send them a simple text message that says: Thinking of you. ️ Your partner will feel good knowing […]

You’ll want to click on the link below for downloading the free app for the Gottman Card Deck for strengthening your relationship.  Think positive thoughts When your partner points something out or offers a gesture of affection, they’re making a bid for emotional connection. Turning towards these bids, even in tiny ways, helps to foster closeness […]

Small Things Often When you’re experiencing a rough patch in your marriage, you might be surprised to know that it doesn’t take a major overhaul to improve your relationship. Even slightly changing the dynamics of your relationship can have a dramatic and positive impact over time. Try practicing our motto, “Small Things Often.” A six-second […]