Relationship mistakes | John Gottman, Ph.D. & Julie Gottman, Ph.D. | mbg Podcast

Welcome to the mindbodygreen podcast! Each week, host Jason Wachob, founder and co-CEO of mindbodygreen, engages in open, honest conversations with the people shaping the world of well-being. Today’s featured guest is Julie Gottman, Ph.D., and John Gottman, Ph.D., renowned psychologists, co-founders of the Gottman Institute, and the world’s leading experts in the study of relationships.

“Touch is as essential to our well-being as food, water, and exercise," Julie says. In this episode, John, Julie, and Jason discuss little things you can do to secure a long-term relationship, plus:

0:00-1:08 Intro
1:08-3:18 New challenges many couples face
3:18-6:38 The power of touch for overall well-being
6:38-12:09 Little things to do on a daily basis to connect with your partner
12:09-18:58 Why compliments are crucial for successful relationships
18:58-24:11 How family trauma impacts your ability to find love
24:11-27:22 The most common mistakes people make in relationships
27:22-29:22 Essential ingredients for long-lasting relationships
29:22-31:17 The importance of weekly date nights
31:17-35:28 How to have meaningful conversations with your partner
35:28-38:09 How to have a discussion about your sex life
38:09-43:31 What role sex actually plays in a relationship
43:41-46:34 Why some people have affairs
46:34-48:23 What you can do today to ensure everlasting love

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