❤️ The Science of Successful Relationships 💔🔬

The Science of Successful Relationships
A 3-Part Relationship Support Series: Sept 17, 24 & Oct 1

Why do some relationships thrive while others fall apart? After more than 40 years of studying couples, Dr. John Gottman discovered patterns that can predict divorce with over 90% accuracy — and, more importantly, principles that can help relationships succeed.

In this 3-part series, we’ll watch and discuss Making Relationships Work, a video program based on Gottman’s bestselling book The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work. You’ll learn how everyday interactions shape connection, what behaviors destroy love, and the proven steps for building lasting relationships.

Whether you’re single, dating, divorced, or in a long-term partnership, these insights can help you better understand yourself, strengthen your connections, and avoid common pitfalls.

SESSION OUTLINE
🔹 Week 1: Why Relationships Fail

• The Research and The “Love Lab”
• The Masters and Disasters of Relationships
• The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse (criticism, contempt, defensiveness, stonewalling)

🔹 Week 2: How Successful Relationships Work

• The Sound Relationship House model
• What Healthy couples do differently to build trust, commitment, and connection

🔹 Week 3: Love That Lasts a Lifetime

• The Phases of Love that Lasts
• Audience Q&A with Dr. Gottman
• Practical Takeaways for creating strong relationships that endure

Why Join?
This isn’t guesswork or pop psychology — it’s science-backed guidance from decades of research with real couples. You’ll walk away with practical insights, fresh hope, and a better understanding of what it really takes to make love last.

✨ All are welcome — regardless of relationship status, timeline, or background. Come for the insights, stay for the connection. ❤️

Our Meeting Agenda:
• Introductions
• Video(s) or Speaker (30-45 minutes)
• Group Discussion
• Bio Break
• Confidential Sharing (45 minutes) We ask attendees to have cameras on.

💌 A Little Support Goes a Long Way
If you enjoy our weekly Zoom gatherings, please consider a $15–$20* monthly donation to help cover our paid Zoom account and the time spent curating and preparing each Wednesday evening's content and handout materials. Venmo: @Amy-Papazian (last 4 digits: 8444).

10% of each donations supports New Beginnings, our volunteer-led community that brings people together for friendship, fun, and fresh experiences.

🤗 Thank you in advance – whether you give now, later, or simply keep showing up, you help make this group special. 💕

☎️ If you need immediate relationship support, please book a free strategy session with Amy Papazian, Divorce Coach, or call/text 650.504.8444.