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The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos

The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos

Inside the Love Lab with Drs. John & Julie Gottman (Part 2)

Mar 9, 2026 · 36m

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In Part 2 of Dr. Laurie’s conversation with researchers Dr. John Gottman and Dr. Julie Schwartz Gottman, we learn how couples can raise complaints without damaging their relationship — and how to respond constructively when a partner voices a concern. Their research shows that fighting doesn’t have to pull couples apart. When handled well, conflict can actually make relationships stronger. Further reading: Fight Right: How Successful Couples Turn Conflict into Connection by Dr. John Gottman and Dr. Julie Schwartz Gottman. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.