
How to Build Shared Meaning With Your Partner
According to Dr. John Gottman, successful relationships have a sense of shared meaning. This refers to having a meaningful relationship with your partner that has
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According to Dr. John Gottman, successful relationships have a sense of shared meaning. This refers to having a meaningful relationship with your partner that has
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No one can know what the future holds with complete certainty, and the COVID-19 pandemic has created even more ambiguity and uncertainty for couples and
You don't want them to be blindsided by your decision. Prepare for positive AND negative reactions from your family, but don’t respond to guilt. Make sure you explain your reasons and be hopeful of their understanding. #holidays #holidayseason #thanksgiving #christmas
How do you plan to communicate that to your family? First, be honest and allow yourself not to go home for the holidays. Feeling confident in your decisions will make communicating with them easier. Second, tell your family about your plans ahead of time.