Julie Gottman, Ph.D. & John Gottman, Ph.D.: “Touch is as essential to our well-being as food, water, and exercise.” 

The Gottmans, renowned psychologists, co-founders of the Gottman Institute, and the world’s leading experts in the study of relationships, join mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss little things you can do to secure a long-term relationship, plus:

- New challenges many couples face (~01:08)

- The power of touch for overall well-being (~03:18)

- Little things to do on a daily basis to connect with your partner (~06:38)

- Why compliments are crucial for successful relationships (~12:09)

- How family trauma impacts your ability to find love (~18:58)

- The most common mistakes people make in relationships (~24:11)

- Essential ingredients for long-lasting relationships (~27:22)

- The importance of weekly date nights (~29:22)

- How to have meaningful conversations with your partner (~31:17)

- How to have a discussion about your sex life (~35:28)

- What role sex actually plays in a relationship (~38:09)

- Why some people have affairs (~43:41)

- What you can do today to ensure everlasting love (~46:34)

Referenced in the episode:

- The Gottmans' book, The Love Prescription.

- Check out the Gottman Institute.

- mbg Podcast episode #320, with the Gottmans.

- Harry Harlow monkey study.

- The Gottmans' study on newlyweds and bids for connection.

- Check out Robert Levinson's research.

- A study showing couples underestimate positive experiences 50% of the time.

- Check out the Gottmans' Open-Ended Card Decks.

- The Normal Bar.

- Not "Just Friends".

- Sign up for The Long Game. 

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