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Small Things Often

The Gottman Institute

182 episodes

Give your relationships a boost in 5 minutes or less with Small Things Often from The Gottman Institute. We provide simple, proven, quick tips to help you deepen and enhance your relationships!

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  1. 8 Conversations That Matter Most

    · 4:38

    Some conversations matter more than others in relationships. On the season 3 finale of Small Things Often, we’ll guide you through 8 conversations to have with your partner for a lifetime of love. Learn more about…

  2. How to Create a Shared Financial Vision

    · 4:04

    Do you and your partner share a financial vision for your future? Have you been transparent with each other on your current financial health? On this episode of Small Things Often, find out why conversations about…

  3. Why “Sorry” Isn’t Enough

    · 3:22

    Just saying “I’m sorry” to your partner when you’ve done something wrong, isn’t always enough. On this episode of Small Things Often, you’ll learn the 3 steps of a mindful apology so you can get your relationship back…

  4. Are You Assuming Positive Intent?

    · 3:37

    Do you sometimes get offended or defensive with your partner based only on your own interpretation of their actions? On this episode of Small Things Often, learn how assuming positive intent can create more trust and…

  5. Which Box is Your Relationship in?

    · 3:12

    What box does relationship fall in? Nice, Neutral or Nasty? On this episode of Small Things Often, find out what each of those boxes mean, and how your answer may impact your relationship. Learn more about your ad…

  6. Lookout for Sliding Door Moments

    · 2:58

    You and your partner could be making inconsequential decisions that affect your relationship negatively or positively. On this episode of Small Things Often, we’ll explain how you can look out for these “sliding door”…

  7. Bringing Heartfulness Into Your Relationship

    · 3:27

    Do you know what heartfulness is? Find out on this episode of Small Things Often and learn how it can bring stability and happiness to your relationship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…

  8. Two Practices to Help Protect Your Relationship in Times of Conflict

    · 3:45

    The way you deal with conflict in your relationship can either cause a disconnect with your partner — or bring you closer together. On this episode of Small Things Often, learn two practices that can help you more…

  9. How to Start and End your Day Together

    · 3:22

    The way you start and end each day with your partner can have a huge impact on your relationship. On this episode of Small Things Often, learn ways to “bookend” your day with love and support — to strengthen your…

  10. How You Can Stop the World Together

    · 3:07

    Drown out the noise and truly listen to your partner. When you stop the world together, your relationship can grow even stronger. On this episode of Small Things Often, how you can stop your world in big and small…

  11. How to Support Your Partner When You’re Hurting Too

    · 3:27

    When life gets overwhelming, it can be hard to support your partner when you’re hurting too. On this episode of Small Things Often, we’ll explain how you can help each other when you’re both struggling with your own…

  12. How to stay connected during life’s transitions

    · 3:38

    Are you going through a life transition? Like a new job, an illness in the family, or financial crisis? On this episode of Small Things Often, learn how to weather the storm by intentionally maintaining a strong,…

  13. Finding Ways to Accept Influence

    · 2:39

    Accepting your partner’s influence doesn’t mean saying “yes” to everything. On this episode of Small Things Often, we’ll explain why it’s all about acknowledging that your partner has a valid perspective and how you…

  14. Do you Look at your partner through Rose-colored glasses

    · 3:36

    How do you view your partner? The answer to this question can be the difference between a successful relationship — or one at risk. On this episode of Small Things Often, learn why your perspective can change your…

  15. Ways to Invest in Your Relationship

    · 2:37

    When it comes to relationships, the grass is greener where you water it. On this episode of Small Things Often, we’ll explain the ways that you can invest in your relationship so you can recognize and appreciate what…

  16. 6 Ideas for the Perfect Playdate

    · 3:06

    Has your sense of playfulness gotten lost in the busyness of daily life? If so, it’s time to make a playdate with your partner. On this episode of Small Things Often, discover six ideas to reconnect and have fun!…

  17. Rituals to Reconnect in Your Relationship

    · 3:33

    How much time have you actually spent with your partner lately? Have you been starting to take each other for granted? Or drifting apart? On this episode of Small Things Often, learn how to create daily rituals to turn…

  18. Ways to Stop Taking Each Other for Granted

    · 2:59

    Are you and your partner taking each other for granted? On this episode of Small Things Often, we’ll explain 3 daily rituals to keep romance, affection, appreciation, and communication strong in your relationship.…

  19. Mindful Listening Tips During Conflict

    · 3:23

    Are you really listening to your partner during conflicts? On this episode of Small Things Often, we’ll explain how you can listen mindfully so that you can move through whatever conflicts you face in your…

  20. How to Become a Really Great Listener

    · 2:59

    How are your listening skills? It’s more important than you may realize. In this episode of Small Things Often, learn tips to become an “active” listener — and watch how your relationship improves and strengthens.…

  21. How to Invest in Your Emotional Bank Account

    · 3:45

    What’s the state of your Emotional Bank Account? Have no idea? On this episode of Small Things Often, find out why your Emotional Bank Account is so important to the health of your relationship — and discover tips to…

  22. Why Core Needs Aren't Negotiable

    · 2:51

    Are you and your partner fulfilling each other’s core needs? On this episode of Small Things Often, we’ll explain why core needs aren’t negotiable and a crucial part of making your relationship thrive. Learn more…

  23. A Guide to Complaining

    · 2:27

    Do you know how to effectively complain? On this episode of Small Things Often, we’ll explain a 3-part formula to help you complain without criticizing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…

  24. How To Turn Towards Instead of Away

    · 3:26

    Every day is filled with small moments when you could turn towards your partner or away from them. On this episode of Small Things Often, learn how and why these small moments can make or break a relationship. Learn…

  25. Ways to Make Your Love Last

    · 3:06

    Are you committed to making your love last? On this episode of Small Things Often, we’ll explain how you can maintain and strengthen your emotional bonds so you can stay in love with your partner. Learn more about…

  26. How to Get Your Relationship Back on Track

    · 3:24

    Feel as if you and your partner are drifting apart? Almost feel like strangers? On this episode of Small Things Often, we share an exercise that can get your relationship back on track! Learn more about your ad…

  27. How to Support Your Partner’s Life Dream

    · 2:57

    Does your partner have a life dream, but you don't know how to support helping them make it a reality? On this episode of Small Things Often, we offer some ideas of what you can do to help their dream come true. Learn…

  28. Do You and Your Partner Dream Together?

    · 3:19

    Have you shared your dreams for the future with your partner lately —or ever? On this episode of Small Things Often, discover why sharing individual and shared dreams is so important — and how to start a conversation…

  29. How to Build Trust In Your Relationship

    · 2:54

    Are you looking for ways to build trust in your relationship? On this episode of Small Things Often, we’ll explain how you can build bridges of trust by doing things for your partner and doing things together. Learn…

  30. Here’s What Trust and Commitment Look Like in a Relationship

    · 2:18

    How can you show that you’re a committed partner worth trusting? On this episode of Small Things Often, we’ll explain what trust and commitment look like in a relationship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…

  31. What to Do if You Don’t Trust Each Other

    · 3:11

    Is your relationship lacking trust? Was it broken or never there to begin with? On this episode of Small Things Often, learn the steps to take and the questions to ask so you can begin to trust your partner. Learn…

  32. Learn to Create Shared Meaning in Your Relationship

    · 3:29

    Feel something is missing in your relationship? It may be “shared meaning.” In this episode of Small Things Often, discover why and how creating shared meaning can turn things around — and help your relationship grow…

  33. How to Strengthen Your Relationship with State of the Union Meetings

    · 4:20

    Are you holding in feelings of anger or frustration with your partner that are impacting your relationship? On this episode of Small Things Often we explore the State of the Union Meeting — a powerful tool to repair…

  34. How to Use a Repair Remote Control

    · 3:33

    If you’re struggling with repair attempts, visualize a tv remote control! On this episode of Small Things Often, we’ll explain how you can rewind, fast forward, and pause during conflict so you can get your…

  35. What to Do When You Disagree

    · 3:29

    It doesn’t have to be the end of the road if you and your partner disagree about important issues. On this episode of Small Things Often, we’ll explain a “sandwich” approach for talking through difficult topics so you…

  36. How to Process an Argument

    · 3:49

    You and your partner just had an argument… now what? On this episode of Small Things Often, we’ll guide you through 3 steps to process the argument so you can repair it and move forward together. Visit…

  37. Rules for a Stress-Reducing Conversation

    · 4:07

    Feeling stressed at the end of your day, and not knowing how to deal with it? On this episode of Small Things Often, learn rules for having a stress-reducing conversation with your partner, to help you both connect,…

  38. How to Rescue your Relationship from Stress

    · 4:01

    How’s your stress level lately? Whether you realize it or not, the way you cope with it could be affecting your relationship. On this episode of Small Things Often, we’ll give you tips on how to manage your stress in…

  39. Managing Physiological Flooding

    · 4:18

    Have you ever been in the middle of an argument with your partner, and suddenly you feel as if your mind and body have been caught in a riptide? That’s physiological flooding. On this episode of Small Things Often,…

  40. How to Practice Self-Soothing

    · 3:13

    Do you know how to self-soothe when you find yourself in the middle of a heated discussion with your partner? On this episode of Small Things Often, we’re guiding you through a meditative technique so you can find…

  41. Tips on How to Cope with Overwhelm During Stressful Times

    · 4:09

    Whether you’re dealing with the pandemic — or another crisis — overwhelming emotions can impact both you and your relationship. On this episode of Small Things Often, we give you some simple tips to deal with difficult…

  42. Bonus Episode: Dr. Julie Gottman’s Guided Relaxation Exercise

    · 14 min

    Feeling stressed? Overwhelmed? Or need a break from an argument with your partner? Self-soothe by listening to Dr. Julie Gottman’s guided relaxation exercise to calm your mind so you can find inner peace and repair…

  43. Do You Know When Your Partner is Feeling Flooded?

    · 3:08

    Can you recognize your partner’s signs of flooding? On this episode of Small Things Often, we’ll explain why it’s important to know when they’re overwhelmed and how you can reverse course. Don’t forget to visit…

  44. Questions Happy Couples Ask Each Other

    · 4:00

    Feeling a bit disconnected from your partner lately? On this episode of Small Things Often, we offer meaningful questions to get you both back on track — and deepen and transform your relationship. Don’t forget to…

  45. Ways to Fall in Love with Your Partner All Over Again

    · 4:09

    Feeling a disconnect in your relationship? Has the sizzle now fizzled? On today’s episode of Small Things Often, discover some simple but powerful tips to revive your connection — and fall in love all over again. Don’t…

  46. How You Can Pursue Your Partner at Every Stage

    · 2:18

    Never stop dating your partner! On this episode of Small Things Often, we’ll show you how to pursue each other at every stage of your relationship and keep your connection strong. Learn more about your ad choices.…

  47. Learn the 2 Biases That May Be Hurting Your Relationship

    · 3:45

    Are you biased when it comes to your partner? On this episode of Small Things Often, we’ll explain how 2 biases could be hurting your relationship and talk you through effective antidotes. Learn more about your ad…

  48. Are You Surrounded by Healthy Couples?

    · 3:09

    You are the company you keep, right? So surround yourself with couples that are in healthy relationships! We’ll explain how healthy couples could influence your relationship on this episode of Small Things Often.…

  49. Simple Tips to Reconnect and Nurture Your Relationship

    · 3:48

    Keeping your relationship on track, especially during stressful times, can be difficult. On today’s episode of “Small Things Often,” check out our simple but impactful tips to let your partner know that they’re valued,…

  50. Why It’s Important to Be “In Like” With Your Partner

    · 3:39

    You might be “in love” with your partner, but are you “in like” with them, too? On this episode of “Small Things Often” find out why this is so important — and discover ways to let your partner know that you “like”…

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