Something we talk about in couples sessions often is Gottman's Four Horseman. These are behaviors found in research as predictors of divorce. Couples who use these often are more likely to get divorced then ones who use the antidotes.
If you use these in session I'll ask you to stop for a moment. I'll explain which one you're using and what the antidote is and we practice using it.
Our communication style is an important interpersonal factor that we often consider in the workplace. It’s equally important in all of our relationships but especially in our romantic relationships. T
Being vulnerable isn’t the most comfortable feeling to have or space to be in. We are exposing ourselves and allowing space to possibly get hurt. There are a lot of situations when it may not be safe
Any major life change can affect your relationship, as the stress can generate a great deal of tension. Having a hysterectomy is a major surgery with a difficult recovery which can also affect one's h