What are the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse that lead to the end of the world? Death. Famine. War. Destruction. (Book of Revelation (6:1–8) Who is John Gottman and what are the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse that kill relationships? Criticism Defensiveness Contempt and Stonewalling. (John Gottman’s Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work) Be Not Afraid … Read more
Why You Should be Having a Weekly Check-In I am asked on a nearly constant basis if certain behaviors in a relationship are healthy. The answer to that question is very unique for each couple and depends on a number of factors. However, there is one thing that I encourage all of my couples to … Read more
Healthy, secure relationships are built. They don’t just appear out of thin air. Check out this therapist reaction video in which certified Gottman couples therapist, Laura Silverstein, breaks down two movie relationships (one failed, one succeeded.) One of the simplest ways to see a relationship getting stronger (or slowly falling apart) is to pay attention … Read more
There are tried and true strategies that lead to long lasting love and happiness. But the problem is many people think that “working on a relationship” is a difficult and painful process. It doesn’t have to be. I am a certified Gottman Couples therapist who has helped thousands of couples save their marriages. Watch this … Read more
Enjoy These 5 Relationship-Building Games Based on Gottman’s Sound Relationship House Here Is a Video of Michael and Laura Silverstein (two Gottman couples therapists) demonstrating 🙂 Building a strong, loving relationship isn’t just about grand romantic gestures—it’s about the small, everyday moments of connection. Dr. John Gottman’s Sound Relationship House identifies key areas that help … Read more
You swore you’d be a team, but somehow, you’re doing more—way more. It’s not just exhausting; it’s lonely. And if you’ve ever looked at your partner and thought, We used to be so much closer… what happened?—you’re not crazy, and you’re definitely not alone. I’m convinced the only reason more people don’t get divorced in … Read more
5 Ways to Refresh your Relationship this Summer – Summer Lovin’ Have you stayed out ’til 10:00 recently? Me neither. And making out under a dock doesn’t seem too comfortable! Seriously, how about just sitting on the dock together and, yes, kissing too ?!? Joking aside, now is a great time to have some fun … Read more
How Do I Fall Back in Love? Are you feeling like the flame in your relationship is flickering or even on the verge of burning out? Don’t panic, because there’s hope. I am a certified couples therapist who has been helping couples fall back in love for over twenty years. In this article, I will … Read more
Love is a mysterious and powerful force that brings people together, but maintaining a strong relationship is not always a smooth ride. In this article we delve into the tests of love that couples face, and how they navigate through the challenges to emerge even stronger. With honesty as our compass, we explore the trials … Read more
