“Success is liking yourself, liking what you do, and liking how you do it.” – Maya Angelou
Dr. John Gottman on Successful Long-Term Relationships
Dr. John Gottman says, “Successful long-term relationships are created through small words, small gestures, and small acts.”
The important moments, the ones that strengthen relationships, often happen in small ways. Reaching out to your partner, leaning into their bids for affection especially during conflict, showing affection, recognizing the things that they do that enhance your life, and taking time to laugh together, are some examples of small ways that you can show your partner you care every day.
Check out Dr. Gottman’s Small Things Often podcast for more small ways to strengthen your relationship each day.
2.15.20 | Young Love Part II: Setting the Tone for a Healthy, Happy, & Safe Marriage
In the second part of our Healthy Relationships Week’s Young Love series, HRI Program Coordinator, Camila Dos Santos, chats with longtime friends and married couple, Stormi and Tim Covington, about how young, married couples can set the tone for a healthy, happy, and safe marriage. Stormi and Tim share their knowledge from personal experiences and also from their insights as facilitators of a Millennial Marriages group at their church in Guilford County, NC.
Click here to register and receive a reminder to tune in on Monday, February 15 from 6-7 pm EST on either our Facebook Page or Youtube! We’ll premiere this program and Stormi and Tim will answer questions live in the chatroom!
*This program is part of our 2021 Healthy Relationships Week celebration! Click here to learn more about Healthy Relationships Week and other programs and resources we’ll share that week!
2.15.20 | Young Love: Setting the Tone for a Healthy, Happy, & Safe Marriage
Join HRI Program Coordinator, Camila Dos Santos, as she chats with relationship experts and therapists, Lauren Bowman and Kalie Moore, about how young couples can set the tone for a happy marriage. Tune in on February 15 from 11-12 on either the HRI Facebook or Youtube page and ask your questions live in the chatroom.
Click here to register to receive a reminder to tune in live!
*This program is part of our 2021 Healthy Relationships Week celebration! Click here to learn more about Healthy Relationships Week and other programs and resources we’ll share that week!
You will never look back and think…
“You will never look back on life and think, “I spent too much time with my kids.” – Unknown
The same can be said for our family members, our pets, our loved ones. It’s unlikely that we’ll ever regret the time we spend around the people we love, so let’s prioritize that time now. It’s not guaranteed tomorrow.
Check on your strong friends!
We all have at least one friend who we consider the strong friend. They always seem to have it under control, regardless of what may be going on in their world. They’re emotionally balanced. They make the right decisions in the heat of the moment. They know exactly what to say to make you feel better.
But the truth is that everyone needs a little check-in now and then, even your strong friends.
Take some time today and reach out to your strong friend. Ask them how they’ve been, or to spend some time together.
We all need a little support every now and then – even the strongest of us.
Giving & Receiving in Relationships
Learning to both give and receive in your relationship can help both people remain in tune with one another’s needs and show up for each other in ways that matter. Start today by intentionally practicing giving and receiving in your relationship, either with a romantic partner or another loved one.
2.16.21 Building Healthy Communication & Setting Boundaries in Relationships (Part of Healthy Relationships Week Programming)
2.16.21 | Building Healthy Communication & Setting Boundaries in Relationships
In this free, virtual program, learn how to foster healthy communication and set boundaries in relationships of all kinds, with a focus on partner relationships and parenting. Presented by HRI Director, Dr. Christine Murray, participants will have an opportunity to have their questions answered live on Zoom or Facebook Live.
To learn more and register for reminders and Zoom details for this program, click here.
This program is being offered in partnership with UNC Greensboro Alumni Engagement.
*This program is part of our 2021 Healthy Relationships Week celebration! Click here to learn more about Healthy Relationships Week and other programs and resources we’ll share that week!
Sticking to Your New Year’s Resolutions: Tip 4
Trying to incorporate fun into your resolutions increases the chances that you’ll stick to them! For example, if your goal is to be physically healthier, then your resolution can include doing something active with a loved one regularly. When the resolution includes fun, you’re more likely to stick to it long-term!
5th Annual Healthy Relationships Week
The FIFTH Annual Healthy Relationships Week is here!
For the fifth consecutive year, the Healthy Relationships Initiative is offering a series of programs, resources, and tips to strengthen relationships of all kinds during the week of Valentine’s Day.
Valentine’s Day is not just about romantic relationships either! Valentine’s Day can be a great excuse to get intentional about strengthening relationships with friends and family, too. Regardless of your romantic relationship status, we’re sure that you’ll find a resource to help strengthen a relationship in your life today during Healthy Relationships Week!
Monday, February 15: Young Love: Setting the Tone for a Healthy, Happy, and Safe Marriage
- Click here to learn more and register to receive a link to view the live premiere of the first video of this series, featuring therapists, Lauren Bowman and Kalie Moore.
Tuesday, February 16: To register for the live program on Maintaining Healthy Communication & Boundaries in Relationships, click here.