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The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos

Love Lessons from the "Masters of Relationships"

Feb 12, 2024
45:29
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Dr John Gottman and Dr Julie Schwartz Gottman, married researchers, share insights from their 'Love Lab' where they've studied successful couples. They discuss the importance of attention, curiosity, positivity, and effective communication in relationships, as well as providing advice on handling disagreements.
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Quick takeaways

  • Successful couples prioritize positive interactions and respond to bids for connection, maintaining a ratio of five positive interactions to one negative.
  • Maintaining curiosity about your partner's evolving identity and expressing needs positively contribute to relationship success.

Deep dives

Improving Relationships: Key to Well-Being

Improving relationships is crucial for personal well-being. Research by Dr. Julie Schwartz-Gopman and Dr. John Gottman shows that successful couples focus on positive interactions and maintain curiosity about their partners. They emphasize the importance of turning towards bids for connection and expressing gratitude for positive actions. They also highlight the significance of open communication to express needs positively, preventing unmet needs from turning into resentment. The key to a successful relationship lies in embracing interdependency, practicing effective conflict resolution, and nurturing love through positivity and appreciation.

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