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Doug Abrams and Dr. Rachel Carlton Abrams are authors and physicians specializing in integrative health and relationships.
Known for: The Five Core Conversations for Couples: Daily Habits for Extraordinary Relationships
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The Five Core Conversations for Couples: Daily Habits for Extraordinary Relationships
This book presents a practical framework for couples to strengthen their relationships through five essential types of conversations: appreciation, concern, understanding, connection, and dreams. Drawing on decades of research from the Gottman Institute, the authors provide daily practices and communication tools to help partners build trust, intimacy, and resilience in their relationships.
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Conversation 1: Appreciation
Appreciation is where it all begins. Early in any relationship, appreciation flows naturally—every smile, every text feels charged with admiration. But as familiarity sets in, daily life can dull that sense of wonder. We start noticing what our partner hasn’t done rather than what they’ve contribute...
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Conversation 2: Concern
Many couples dread conversations about problems, fearing they’ll spiral into arguments or defensiveness. Yet avoiding these discussions is far more damaging. The key is learning how to express concerns without blame—and how to hear them without collapsing into self-defense. This conversation is abou...
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Doug Abrams and Dr. Rachel Carlton Abrams are authors and physicians specializing in integrative health and relationships.
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