Posts by The Gottman Institute, Author at Motherly
×

The Gottman Institute

Co-founded by Drs. John and Julie Gottman, The Gottman Institute's approach to relationship health has been developed from 40 years of breakthrough research with thousands of couples. Get your free copy of the popular guide "7 Signs Your Relationship Will Last" by clicking here.
Life

How to effectively talk to your partner without sacrificing your needs, according to a psychologist

1. Ask open-ended questions.

Updated Nov. 30, 2022
Life, Marriage & Partnerships, Relationships
Relationships

A surprising solution for when you feel angry with your significant other

It might feel counterintuitive, but it works.

Updated Apr. 02, 2019
Relationships
Marriage & Partnerships

To maintain a happy relationship keep the ‘magic ratio’ in mind

There is a very specific ratio that makes love last.

Updated Dec. 06, 2021
Marriage & Partnerships, Life, Relationships
Life

9 phrases for when you feel out of touch with your partner

Silence in your relationship is more common than you might think, but you can open the door for communication.

Updated Jul. 13, 2018
Life, Relationships
couple sitting on a bed, talking
Marriage & Partnerships

7 tips for communicating with your partner—without being defensive

For most of us, listening without getting defensive is a hard skill to master—especially when we're overwhelmed.

Updated Feb. 03, 2022
Marriage & Partnerships, Life, Relationships
It's Science

7 science-backed ways to have a happier + healthier marriage

Marriages can go through tough times, but they can often be repaired more easily than you think.

Updated Jan. 22, 2018
It's Science, Life, Relationships
Life

The one thing you have to let go to keep your marriage strong

When people ask for advice from my same-sex marriage, this is what I say...

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
Life, Marriage & Partnerships, Relationships
Parenting

How to respect your child’s emotions—even when you don’t understand them

There may be no rational reason your kid is upset about a shirt color. But that doesn’t mean the feelings aren’t genuine.

Updated Feb. 22, 2025
Parenting
woman sitting in a salon
Life

Micro interactions increase life satisfaction—so go ahead and talk to strangers

When other people think you matter and treat you like you matter, you believe you matter, too.

Updated Jan. 15, 2022
Life, Community & Friendship, Relationships
Life

Close the gap: 3 steps to reconnect with your partner

Sending to our partners STAT—out of love!

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
Life, Marriage & Partnerships, Relationships
Life

Passion + parenting can co-exist—and here’s how

Having children is most definitely a game changer, but it doesn’t have to be a romance killer.

Updated Sep. 14, 2022
Life, Marriage & Partnerships, Relationships
Life

How you + your partner can always be on the same team—even in times of conflict

Based on research, this powerful method can transform barriers of hurt and misunderstanding into bridges of connection.

Updated Mar. 15, 2022
Life, Marriage & Partnerships, Relationships
×