The Gottman Institute has conducted research looking at what relationship variables are predictive of a future breakup. We want to talk about them because awareness gives you an opportunity to remedy them. However, keep in mind that the more you have, the less likely it is that you can repair your relationship. Your memories of the relationship are mostly negative. This doesn’t apply if you have a lot of both positive and negative memories, but instead applies to when you sit

Relationships take work, there’s no getting around that. A good way to decide if a relationship is worth it, or to vet someone before committing—is to pay attention to and talk about these five potential relationship mismatches. First, what are your dreams and long-term goals? It’s important that both you and your partner are on the same page because larger goals take a lot of little actions and require a healthy support system. Where do you want to be in 5-10 years? This isn

Nobody likes people that are passive aggressive because it’s wastes everyone’s time and is a shady way around being honest. We hit on the downfalls of being passive in yesterdays video, but wanted to help point out ways you can recognize passivity in yourself and others. Back-handed compliments. This is the most stereotypical type of passive-aggressiveness. It’s when you can’t simply be happy for another’s success, so you try to take them down a peg with sarcasm. Unfriendly s

Keep your eyes on these 5 red flags that your relationship is unhealthy. 1.) Your expectations are different. It’s normal to have differing beliefs in life, but if those differences exist in big issues like religion, politics, or your child’s education, then you’re probably not a good match. These types of differences in beliefs are a recipe for long-term arguments and fights. 2.) Your expectations are ridiculous. You cannot control other people and having such expectations i