by Sabrina Walters | Aug 9, 2023 | Communication, Conflict, Couples, Marriage, Relationships
In a recent blog post, we shared an overview of how to understand gridlock (and make it better). We followed that up by sharing two real-world examples of gridlock from our own practice. Today, we’re taking a closer look at what the Gottmans call dreams within...
by Sabrina Walters | Jul 28, 2023 | Communication, Conflict, Counseling, Couples, Marriage, Relationships
In our last blog post, we introduced a tough subject: Understanding Gridlock — And How You Can Make It Better. Gridlock is all too common in romantic relationships. After all, 69% of problems in these relationships are what the Gottmans call “perpetual problems,” so...
by Sabrina Walters | Jul 8, 2023 | Communication, Conflict, Couples, Finances, Marriage, Relationships
If you’re familiar with some of the Gottman Institute concepts (and if you’ve been around Core Values Counseling for any length of time), you’ve probably heard us mention gridlock. According to the Gottmans, “almost all gridlocked conflicts stem from...
by Sabrina Walters | Jun 25, 2023 | Couples, Family, Marriage, Relationships
When was the last time you and your partner made a point to have some good plain fun? The Gottmans recommend it. In fact, as reported by Psychology Today, Gottman Institute research consistently shows that “couples that report higher relationship satisfaction also...
by Sabrina Walters | May 5, 2023 | Communication, Conflict, Family, Marriage, Parenting, Spiritual
Over the last few weeks, we’ve been discussing the seven pillars of connection that are foundational to every romantic relationship and essential to our work here at Core Values Counseling. Each of us has needs for connection in seven distinct areas: Emotional...
by Sabrina Walters | Apr 28, 2023 | Affair Recovery, Communication, Community, Conflict, Couples, Family, Health, Intimacy, Marriage, Relationships
In our last blog post, we introduced the seven pillars of connection we often talk about here at Core Values Counseling. In every romantic relationship, we experience a need for connection in seven distinct areas: Emotional Connection Relational Connection Spiritual...
