Tag: love
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How Childhood Trauma Affects Romantic Relationships
Gottman’s theory, which I consider a cornerstone of relationship psychology, sheds light on the profound impact of childhood trauma on adult romantic relationships. When partners experience difficulties in their relationship, it often means that childhood wounds and unresolved psychological complexes have been triggered. Recognizing and addressing the influence of past trauma on both individual well-being and relationships is crucial. 💡 Individuals with unresolved emotional trauma tend…
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The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse in Relationships: How They Destroy Love
I wanted to explore the key factors that destroy relationships.John Gottman, one of the most influential researchers in relationship psychology, identified these destructive patterns and called them “The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse”. In the world of relationships, these metaphorical “Four Horsemen” act as harbingers of relationship demise. If left unaddressed, these patterns can erode even the strongest foundations of…
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The Key to Successful Relationships
Working with couples, I’ve often pondered what truly forms the foundation of a successful relationship—what is the ultimate key? As I read through research and analyze statistics, I’ve come to believe in the numbers, and I feel like I’ve finally found the key. The best part? It’s incredibly simple, and anyone in any relationship can…
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How to Keep the Spark in Intimacy?
A Guide to Long-Term Compatibility, Inspired by Research from the Gottman Institute Maintaining the spark of intimacy in a long-term relationship is a delicate dance that requires attention, effort, and understanding. Relationship researcher and psychologist Dr. John Gottman, renowned for his extensive studies on relationships, offers insights that can help couples sustain the flame of…
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The Shadow Aspects That Destroy Relationships
Relationships can be compared to complex and fragile ecosystems that require care and constant attention. As a Jungian analyst, I have observed many factors that can harm relationships—factors that often hide in the unconscious shadows of our psyche. In this article, I will explore some of these hidden threats and explain how they can endanger…
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How to Keep the Spark in Intimacy? A Guide to Long-Term Compatibility, Inspired by Gottman Institute Research
The journey of long-term relationships and keeping the spark of intimacy alive is a delicate dance that requires attention, effort, and understanding. Renowned relationship researcher and psychologist Dr. John Gottman, known for his extensive studies on relationships, provides insights that can help couples maintain the flame of their relationship for years to come. 1. Building…
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“No matter what winds blow, they will all pass!”
The Latvian people’s unique survival instinct is especially evident in times like these. When I hear about the fate of other nations disappearing, I always wonder—how have Latvians managed to endure? We have never had a strong and selfless “friend” reaching out to help us in difficult times—quite the opposite, in fact. We have always…
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Life Hasn’t Stopped: A Moment for Reflection and Self-Care
Subscriber Content We have all arrived at a point where we are forced to face ourselves and our real—not idealized—relationships. Many people are currently dealing with frustration due to the inability to realize everything they had hoped for. I understand the anxiety—I, too, was worried and stressed when I realized that my entire life and…
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Infidelity and Betrayal: Understanding the Emotional Depths and Preventative Measures
Lately, in my work with clients, I have noticed that the topic of infidelity and betrayal has become increasingly relevant. Thinking about the pain and suffering that these experiences cause to the betrayed partner, I am always struck by the depth of suffering that jealousy can evoke. Experiencing betrayal unleashes an entire emotional rollercoaster—ranging from physical pain, feelings of…
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Mirror, Mirror on the Wall…The Archetype of the Terrible Mother and Its Manifestations
Subscriber Content (This article can certainly apply to fathers or any other significant figures, such as both parents or grandparents. However, for the sake of this discussion, I will use the image of the mother, as in the original versions of the Grimm Brothers’ fairy tales, it was the mother—not the stepmother—who played the role of…
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