
How to Create a ‘Certain’ Marriage
Psychologist John Gottman says he can predict with 94% certainty whether a marriage will be successful. Armed with over 20 years of research, Dr. Gottman observes a number of factors that predict the health and well-being of a marriage. He found: Happy couples show affection toward one another. They practice healthy conflict resolution. They are respectful of each other’s needs and desires. They show interest in what their spouse says – even when they share offhand comments about a sunset or a small moment from their day.