By Scott Parker, CSW Sometimes, in relationships, we want something from our partner so intensely that it feels almost like a biological need. Fearing this need will not be met can sometimes lead to desperate behavior that actually pushes our partner away. Here are three...
By Scott Parker, CSW Being in close quarters with family for the holidays can be fun, but it can also be stressful. If you find yourself repeating certain undesirable patterns of communication with your loved ones, the following framework will help you figure out what...
The following comes from John Gottman’s “Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work.” He came up with a beautiful idea called the five magic hours. If you work to incorporate the following 5 hours of tasks into you week, your marriage will enhance. 1. Partings: When...