Stronger Marriage Connection Relationship Evaluation | Don & Carrie Cole | #120
Feb 17, 2025
Don and Carrie Cole, experienced licensed professional counselors and experts at the Gottman Institute, delve into the intricacies of relationship evaluations and intimacy in marriage. They introduce a practical 11-point checklist to assess connection within couples. The discussion covers the importance of intentional communication, navigating family dynamics, and rekindling intimacy post-parenthood. They share techniques for managing conflict and emphasize the need for empathy to strengthen connections, ensuring partners thrive together through life's challenges.
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Building Couple Identity
- Develop shared goals and a sense of purpose as a couple.
- Engage in activities and conversations that foster connection and create meaning in your lives.
Limited Couple Conversation
- A Sloan Center study found that busy couples spend little time in meaningful conversation.
- Using tools like open-ended questions can spark deeper conversations and connection.
Stress-Reducing Conversations
- Practice stress-reducing conversations where one partner listens empathetically without offering solutions.
- Create a ritual around these conversations to make them a regular, enjoyable practice.
