Summary - The Seven Principles For Making Marriage Work: Based On The Book By John Gottman And Nan Silver

SUMMARY

THE SEVEN PRINCIPLES FOR MAKING MARRIAGE WORK

BASED ON THE BOOK BY JOHN GOTTMAN AND NAN SILVER

SUMMARY WRITTEN BY: SPEEDY LIBRARY

CONTENT

Unveiling the Secrets of Happy Marriages

The Seven Principles: A Roadmap to Marital Success

Principle 1: Enhance Your Love Maps - Knowing Your Partner's World

Principle 2: Nurture Your Fondness and Admiration - The Antidote to Contempt

Principle 3: Turn Toward Each Other Instead of Away - Building Your Emotional Bank Account

Principle 4: Let Your Partner Influence You - Sharing Power and Respect

The Two Kinds of Marital Conflict - Solvable vs. Perpetual Problems

Principle 5: Solve Your Solvable Problems - A Practical Guide to Conflict Resolution

Principles 6 & 7: Overcoming Gridlock and Creating Shared Meaning

General Analysis

ABOUT THE ORIGINAL BOOK

"The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work" by John Gottman and Nan Silver delves into the groundbreaking research conducted at the "Love Lab", where thousands of couples were observed to understand the dynamics of successful and failing marriages. The book outlines seven key principles that emotionally intelligent couples employ to foster deep connection and navigate conflict. Based on the authors' ability to predict divorce with a high degree of accuracy, the book shifts the focus from conflict resolution as the primary key to marital success to the importance of building a strong marital friendship, enhancing intimacy, and creating shared meaning. It explores how understanding your partner's inner world and turning towards them in everyday moments are crucial for a lasting and happy relationship.

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Release date

Lydbog: 19. marts 2025