Research conducted by psychologists Drs. Julie and John Gottman found there is one particular behavior that reveals the strength of a relationship.

Gottman and her husband, John, developed a theory about relationships based on bids for connection after tracking newlyweds ...

As Dr. John Gottman argued, “turning toward” your partner’s bids – asking them questions, helping them with a chore, ...

“A bid is any attempt from one partner to another for attention, affirmation, affection, or any other positive connection.

In today’s fast-paced world, it’s essential to take a step back and reconnect with our loved ones. The little things matter, ...

The "bird theory" highlights how small, everyday moments of shared attention, like pointing out a bird, are crucial for relationship success. Inspired by Dr. John Gottman's research on "bids for ...

Next time you see a couple at a cafe focused intently on their phones instead of each other, don’t assume their relationship is in trouble. They might actually be working out their conflicts, using ...