Relationships require work. They offer us such enjoyment, but like everything worthwhile, they require effort. 

I don't believe that 'work' has to be like pulling teeth and I think like most things it comes down to education on the matter and a willing choice to want to thrive together. 

Through recognition and understanding, we can communicate effectively on just about any matter. 

Jacqui’s extensive work over her career has shown that amongst all the fanciness, opinions and options available, it’s the small unique, mundane things that we cherish the most. The other stuff has its role, though the size of the gesture isn’t proportionate to the effect.

Jacqui and I discussed touched on many related topics, some of which included:

🌀 Healthy arguing

🌀 Knowing, expressing and respecting our needs 

🌀 Presumptions and patterns 

🌀 Cultural norms and differences 

🌀 Creating supportive space, rather than problem solving 

🌀 The Enduring Love project 

🌀 Communication styles 

Connect with Jacqui Gabb

Website | www.open.ac.uk/people/jag539

Books | Couple Relationships in the 21st Century

The Secrets of Enduring Love