How to improve our marriage and other important relationships: John Gottman’s research discoveries explained in a series of short videos

 

John Gottman speaking about how his ground-breaking research into relationships came about and the fundamentals of his approach.

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Dr John Gottman’s research on couples in a lab setting in the Love Lab

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John Gottman  on the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse

The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse by Dr. John Gottman that can predict relationship disaster and even physical illness and disease are: Criticism, Contempt, Defensiveness, & Stonewalling. Dr. Gottman offers ways of healing intense conflict.

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John Gottman on the Four Horsemen

Learn about the Master and Diasters in relationships and the secret on how to make yours great. Hear what Dr. John Gottman saw in relationships from his 35 year study of over 3000 couples.

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John Gottman on the best predictor of divorce: Contempt

Dr. Gottman talks about how a critical mindset poisons relationships and even affects the immune system. Couples can learn how to avoid this by learning some new skills. For more information visit us at www.gottman.com.

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John Gottman: Why do 50% of marriages fail?

After the honeymoon phase, many marriage partners begin to struggle with one another. Why are things often so difficult? Listen to the answer in this interview with KCTS, Seattle’s PBS station. Visit www.gottman.com for more information.

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John Gottman:  How can you keep your marriage together?

The three things to focus on for relationship harmony. From an interview with KCTS 9, Seattle’s PBS station. For more information please visit www.gottman.com

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John Gottman:  What if we can’t make it work?


If your best efforts and professional assistance over time still aren’t helping, what then? Dr. Gottman shares his opinion in this interview with KCTS 9, Seattle’s PBS station. For more information please visit www.gottman.com

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John Gottman:  How much negativity can your relationship stand?


Dr. Gottman talks about how the ratio of positive to negative interactions during conflict predicts divorce. For more information visit us at www.gottman.com.

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John Gottman on criticism:

What discriminated the disasters from the masters is that the masters are really very gentle. This was filmed at a Seattle Rotary Meeting in October 2009. Learn more about Dr. Gottman and relationships at www.gottman.com.

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John Gottman:  The mental divorce:  

The ability to accept influence is critical for solving difficult problems in relationships. In this clip Dr. Gottman explains what happens when partners cannot accept influence from each other. Fortunately, there are ways to talk and build trust enough to learn how to do this. For more information, visit www.gottman.com

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John Gottman: 7 key things couples need to do:

86% of the couples who attend our weekend workshops get “unstuck” on a painful or gridlocked conflict. This is just one positive result of the 2 day, 5x a year program. Here Dr. Gottman details 7 key areas couples will learn about and will take home the skills to build and maintain good relationships.

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John Gottman on constant conflict: Is there hope?
All couples have conflicts, but what does it mean when you can’t come to a compromise? Dr. Gottman sees possibilities within the seeming dead-end of gridlock. To learn more visit us at www.gottman.com

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John Gottman: The magic realtionship ratio

Dr. John Gottman has revolutionized the study of marriage. He uses rigorous scientific procedures to observe the habits of married couples in detail over many years for unprecedented insight into the inner workings of successful relationships. Here is the culmination of this life’s work: the seven principles that guide couples on the path toward a harmonious and long-lasting relationship. Learn how to build a positive dynamic with your spouse; Hear tips for getting closer through everyday interactions; Gain insight into the ways lasting marriages operate. This presentation is sure to spark some serious conversations about your relationship. More importantly, this DVD can put you and your partner on a real path to a stronger, more fulfilling and ultimately happier relationship.

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John Gottman: Relationship repair that works:

Dr. Gottman describes how the “masters” of relationships make repairing things after an argument a priority. But what makes some repair attempts succeed while others fail? Have a listen. For more information visit us at www.gottman.com

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John Gottman: Is it ever too late to turn things around?

The short answer is no, and it’s simpler than you may think. From an interview with KCTS 9, Seattle’s PBS station. For more information, please visit www.gottman.com

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