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Book The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work
Cover of The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work by John Gottman & Nan Silver
Relationships & Couples

The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work

by John Gottman & Nan Silver · 2015

The standard first recommendation for couples — Gottman's evidence-based relationship model in accessible form.

Best for: Couples wanting to strengthen their relationship using Gottman's research-backed strategies for friendship, conflict, and shared meaning.

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Why we recommend it

The standard first recommendation for couples — Gottman's evidence-based relationship model in accessible form.

Gottman's research-based principles are the backbone of much modern couples therapy. We routinely suggest it to couples wanting practical, evidence-based tools.

Best for: Couples wanting to strengthen their relationship using Gottman's research-backed strategies for friendship, conflict, and shared meaning.

A note. This is reading material, not clinical treatment. If you’re working through something difficult, books complement therapy — they don’t replace it. Book a session with our team for personalised support.

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