Gottman: Noticing the Positivity in a Relationship

Developing a tradition of an annual honeymoon where partners ask each other reflective questions helps to understand and appreciate each other. Noticing positivity in a relationship is crucial for making love last. A study revealed that when relationships were struggling, people often missed 50% of the positive actions done by their partner. It is essential to actively look for and acknowledge the positive aspects of your partner's behavior to improve relationship satisfaction and counter the natural tendency to focus on the negative.