Here's a rule for dealing with negative feelings that will steer you away from the "canvas" and towards connection.

Here's a rule for relationships on how to - and how not to - engage conflict so that you can be validated and achieve true connection.

Here's a rule for initiating critical conversation that gives them the best chances to climax in connection.

Here's a way to use backward criticisms to deal with frustrations... a strategy that will help you maintain safety and facilitate quicker connections. 

Here's a rule for listening that removes every last barrier to really hearing and connecting with your spouse.

Here's a short question to figure out why you may not be feeling connected to your spouse.