This week, join Matt and Rachel as they share their personal experiences and practical insights on marriage, moving beyond simple advice. Discover the power of being "alone together," the necessity of forgiveness, and Matt's 4 essentials for marriage. They also explore John Gottman's ideas on contempt and the crucial act of "turning toward" your partner's bids for connection. Learn actionable steps to build a lasting and thriving relationship.

Mentioned in this episode:

• Our partners and friends at The Pastors Workshop 
• Books by Dr. John Gottman, specifically: 
  • The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work 
  • The Relationship Cure 
  • The Love Prescription: includes the framework of "turning toward," "turning away," and "turning against" bids for connection.
• Concepts by Dr. John Gottman:
  • John Gottman's "Four Horsemen of Marriage": Specifically, the concept of contempt.

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