![]() ![]() ![]() Of these four, he warns that contempt is the highest predictor for divorce. Gottman also writes about the "Four Horseman" that are important to minimize and avoid: 1) criticism, 2) defensiveness, 3) contempt, and 4) stonewalling. These principles include: enhancing their "love maps" nurturing their fondness and admiration turning toward each other instead of away letting their spouse influence them solving their solvable problems overcoming gridlock and creating a shared sense of meaning. ![]() In the course of the book, Gottman details seven principles for couples to follow in order to nurture their friendship and improve their marriage in order to help them endure during challenging times. He also emphasizes the importance of emotional intelligence in couples. ![]() In The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work, Gottman argues that the basis for a happy marriage is a deep friendship with mutual respect and a positive attitude. The book was based on Gottman's research in his Family Research Lab, known as the "Love Lab", where he observed more than 650 couples over 14 years. The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work is a 1999 book by John Gottman, which details seven principles for couples to improve their marriage and the "Four Horseman" to watch out for, that usually herald the end of a marriage. 1999 book by John Gottman The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work ![]()
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