grow deeper over time

Happily ever after simply means that both partners are known, valued, accepted for who they are and who they are becoming. The goal is to be able to love your partner more deeply each and every year you are together.

synergy: us vs problem NOT each other

Simple, yet one of the most valuable pieces of advice anyone can receive. Two heads are better than one. Helping each other reframe the situation while sharing an alternative perspective called synergy.

is there a convenient time to talk about this topic

One sentence can save your entire relationship. Hey babe, is now a convenient time to talk about insert subject? Give each other time to be in the right headspace (including cooling down if necessary), create goals, and refine there views to include being the same page.

communicate: that you are upset, late, etc

A little communication goes suchhhhh a long way. if you’re busy, say it. If you are upset, express it. If you’re running late, let people know. If you don’t want to do something, be straightforward. if you’re unsure, ask. It is so simple but so so so important.

see things from each others perspectives

I love that feeling when you talk stuff out with someone and you both become aware the neither of you was wrong. You just saw the scenario differently. Talking really should be about seeing things from their perspective, rather than the need to be right.

unconditionally hold space

It means that we are willing to walk alongside another person in whatever journey they’re on without judging them, making them feel inadequate, trying to fix them, or trying to impact the outcome. When we hold space for other people, we open our hearts, offer unconditional support and let go of judgment and control.