Couple Things | Laura Heck and Zach Brittle

Laura and Zach have a research-based approach to relationships. Join us in our conversation with them on red flags in marriages, if marriage is worth saving and what single people should be looking for in a spouse. We learned SO much and know you will too!

Here are a few topics that we cover:

0:00 introduction
4:00 what is the Gottman Institute?
8:20 the most common piece of advice for couples
12:36 why is marriage worth saving?
15:45 advice for single people searching for a spouse
25:35 separating the identity of being parents vs being married
31:28 the four horsemen of the apocalypse
34:40 defensiveness
41:52 strategies for dealing with conflict
47:07 practicing emotional intelligence
1:03:03 importance of switching things up during a rut


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