Unlocking Us: Dr. John Gottman and Dr. Julie Schwartz Gottman on The Love Prescription (three-part series)

Brené Brown
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In this episode Brené Brown interviews a couple that many view as the world’s premiere researchers on the science of love. John and Julie Gottman compare their latest book The Love Prescription to a cookbook containing the recipe for human connection. Imagine it as a relationship instruction manual based on the best data on what successful couples do – a tried-and-true prescription to exponentially better relationships. According to the Gottmans, it is the little things done over and over that will make or break marriages, simple things such as “turning towards your partner” when they make a bid for connection.

I (James) vouch for the love ingredients prescribed in this podcast. It is these ingredients that have helped bond Claire and me. Not only have these small steps worked, but the relational outcomes are so rewarding we want to continue the work. What a gift the Gottmans are.

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