When life gets overwhelming, it can be hard to support your partner when you’re hurting too. On this episode of Small Things Often, we’ll explain how you can help each other when you’re both struggling with your own feelings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 16, 2021•3 min
Are you going through a life transition? Like a new job, an illness in the family, or financial crisis? On this episode of Small Things Often, learn how to weather the storm by intentionally maintaining a strong, healthy relationship with your partner. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 14, 2021•4 min
Accepting your partner’s influence doesn’t mean saying “yes” to everything. On this episode of Small Things Often, we’ll explain why it’s all about acknowledging that your partner has a valid perspective and how you can find ways to accept their influence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 09, 2021•3 min
How do you view your partner? The answer to this question can be the difference between a successful relationship — or one at risk. On this episode of Small Things Often, learn why your perspective can change your relationship for the better. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 07, 2021•4 min
When it comes to relationships, the grass is greener where you water it. On this episode of Small Things Often, we’ll explain the ways that you can invest in your relationship so you can recognize and appreciate what you have. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 02, 2021•3 min
Has your sense of playfulness gotten lost in the busyness of daily life? If so, it’s time to make a playdate with your partner. On this episode of Small Things Often, discover six ideas to reconnect and have fun! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 31, 2021•3 min
How much time have you actually spent with your partner lately? Have you been starting to take each other for granted? Or drifting apart? On this episode of Small Things Often, learn how to create daily rituals to turn towards each other daily, reconnect, and get your relationship back on track. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 26, 2021•4 min
Are you and your partner taking each other for granted? On this episode of Small Things Often, we’ll explain 3 daily rituals to keep romance, affection, appreciation, and communication strong in your relationship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 24, 2021•3 min
Are you really listening to your partner during conflicts? On this episode of Small Things Often, we’ll explain how you can listen mindfully so that you can move through whatever conflicts you face in your relationship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 19, 2021•3 min
How are your listening skills? It’s more important than you may realize. In this episode of Small Things Often, learn tips to become an “active” listener — and watch how your relationship improves and strengthens. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 17, 2021•3 min
What’s the state of your Emotional Bank Account? Have no idea? On this episode of Small Things Often, find out why your Emotional Bank Account is so important to the health of your relationship — and discover tips to get it back on track. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 12, 2021•4 min
Are you and your partner fulfilling each other’s core needs? On this episode of Small Things Often, we’ll explain why core needs aren’t negotiable and a crucial part of making your relationship thrive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 10, 2021•3 min
Do you know how to effectively complain? On this episode of Small Things Often, we’ll explain a 3-part formula to help you complain without criticizing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 05, 2021•2 min
Every day is filled with small moments when you could turn towards your partner or away from them. On this episode of Small Things Often, learn how and why these small moments can make or break a relationship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 03, 2021•3 min
Are you committed to making your love last? On this episode of Small Things Often, we’ll explain how you can maintain and strengthen your emotional bonds so you can stay in love with your partner. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 28, 2021•3 min
Feel as if you and your partner are drifting apart? Almost feel like strangers? On this episode of Small Things Often, we share an exercise that can get your relationship back on track! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 26, 2021•3 min
Does your partner have a life dream, but you don't know how to support helping them make it a reality? On this episode of Small Things Often, we offer some ideas of what you can do to help their dream come true. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 21, 2021•3 min
Have you shared your dreams for the future with your partner lately —or ever? On this episode of Small Things Often, discover why sharing individual and shared dreams is so important — and how to start a conversation about it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 19, 2021•3 min
Are you looking for ways to build trust in your relationship? On this episode of Small Things Often, we’ll explain how you can build bridges of trust by doing things for your partner and doing things together. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 14, 2021•3 min
How can you show that you’re a committed partner worth trusting? On this episode of Small Things Often, we’ll explain what trust and commitment look like in a relationship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 12, 2021•2 min
Is your relationship lacking trust? Was it broken or never there to begin with? On this episode of Small Things Often, learn the steps to take and the questions to ask so you can begin to trust your partner. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 07, 2021•3 min
Feel something is missing in your relationship? It may be “shared meaning.” In this episode of Small Things Often, discover why and how creating shared meaning can turn things around — and help your relationship grow deeper and stronger than ever before. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 05, 2021•3 min
Are you holding in feelings of anger or frustration with your partner that are impacting your relationship? On this episode of Small Things Often we explore the State of the Union Meeting — a powerful tool to repair conflict and strengthen your relationship. Visit gottman.com/afterafight for a new collection of exercises, conversations, and videos led by Doctors John and Julie Gottman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 31, 2021•4 min
If you’re struggling with repair attempts, visualize a tv remote control! On this episode of Small Things Often, we’ll explain how you can rewind, fast forward, and pause during conflict so you can get your relationship back on the right track. Visit gottman.com/afterafight for a new collection of exercises, conversations, and videos led by Drs. John and Julie Gottman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 29, 2021•4 min
It doesn’t have to be the end of the road if you and your partner disagree about important issues. On this episode of Small Things Often, we’ll explain a “sandwich” approach for talking through difficult topics so you can both be seen, heard, and accepted. Visit gottman.com/afterafight for a new collection of exercises, conversations, and videos led by Doctors John and Julie Gottman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 24, 2021•3 min
You and your partner just had an argument… now what? On this episode of Small Things Often, we’ll guide you through 3 steps to process the argument so you can repair it and move forward together. Visit gottman.com/afterafight for a new collection of exercises, conversations, and videos led by Doctors John and Julie Gottman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 22, 2021•4 min
Feeling stressed at the end of your day, and not knowing how to deal with it? On this episode of Small Things Often, learn rules for having a stress-reducing conversation with your partner, to help you both connect, unwind and relax. Visit gottman.com/afterafight for a new collection of exercises, conversations, and videos led by Doctors John and Julie Gottman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 17, 2021•4 min
How’s your stress level lately? Whether you realize it or not, the way you cope with it could be affecting your relationship. On this episode of Small Things Often, we’ll give you tips on how to manage your stress in order to get back on track with your partner. Visit gottman.com/afterafight for a new collection of exercises, conversations, and videos led by Doctors John and Julie Gottman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 15, 2021•4 min
Have you ever been in the middle of an argument with your partner, and suddenly you feel as if your mind and body have been caught in a riptide? That’s physiological flooding. On this episode of Small Things Often, learn how to manage these overwhelming feelings — and get back on track. Visit gottman.com/LOL for a new collection of exercises, conversations, and videos led by Doctors John and Julie Gottman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 10, 2021•4 min
Do you know how to self-soothe when you find yourself in the middle of a heated discussion with your partner? On this episode of Small Things Often, we’re guiding you through a meditative technique so you can find peace and work through conflicts as a team. Don’t forget to visit gottman.com/LOL for all-new research-based exercises, conversations, and videos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 08, 2021•3 min