We all strive for happy and loving relationships, but these also might lead to longer, healthier lives! A recent study by Dr. Olga Stavrova of Tilburg University found that when one’s spouse reports high levels of life satisfaction, there is a significant and substantive decrease in mortality risk. This builds from past research finding that…
Read MoreIntroducing Gottman’s Four Horsemen of Relationships
No, this isn’t a religious sermon, but it is an important message for anyone in a committed relationship. In previous blogs, we have delved into several factors that make marriages fail, succeed, and flourish. Building off that work, it is important to examine some of the other major challenges that face married couples. While this…
Read MoreValentine’s Day and Kindness
As many couples celebrate Valentine’s Day with extravagant dinners, elaborate bouquets, and tasty chocolates, it’s time to consider what can truly make those romantic moments last. In our previous blog, we discussed the factors that make marriages fail and reviewed some research on how to avoid those mishaps. It is now important to turn to…
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