John and Julie Gottman have studied, with unusual rigor and for 40-plus years now, what makes relationships work. Their findings are summarized in the book Eight Dates. "Eight dates" refers to ...
It is often said that it takes a lifetime to build trust, and only a few seconds for it to break-- and rightly so. Trust is the foundation of any relationship-- be it love or friendship-- and without ...
If you’ve been to an engagement party, bridal shower, or wedding, you’ve probably heard a well-meaning relative offer these sage words of wisdom: Marriage is work. Hard work. Persistent work. A ...