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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Balancing Family and Marriage
- Create healthy boundaries with family and friends to prioritize your marriage.
- Avoid intrusive or excessive involvement from external influences.
Setting Boundaries with Family
- Have a loving conversation with your partner to establish shared boundaries with family.
- Gently communicate these boundaries to family, emphasizing the need to focus on your relationship.
Deflecting Intrusive Questions
- When family members pry into your relationship, politely deflect their inquiries.
- Simply say, "Thank you for asking, we're working on it," to maintain privacy.
