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Deeper Connecting for Couples
Week 1 - Introduction to Deeper Connecting Course
Welcome to the Couples Course! (4:56)
Laying the Groundwork: Preparing for Deeper Connection
Understanding the Importance of Couples Meetings
What Is the Purpose and What Should You Discuss?
What Happens When Couples Don’t Prioritize Regular Meetings?
Building the Practice Through This Course
How This Course Is Set Up
Required Items for this Course
Setting a Plan for Your Weekly Gatherings
Approach for this Course
Goals for Week 1
Section summary
Week 1 Chapter Feedback
Week 2 - Why Are You Here
Introduction to Week 2 - Why Are You Here? (2:08)
Reflect on the Good
Remember the Good Times
Areas of Improvement
Goals
Week 2 Summary
Week 2 Chapter Feedback
Week 3 - First Things First: Cover the Basics
Communication 101
Communication Styles (18:08)
Aggressive communication style
Passive communication style
Passive-aggressive communication style
Assertive communication style
Communication: Active Listening
Week 3 Journal Prompts
Week 3 Summary
Week 3 Chapter Feedback
Week 4 - Managing Conflict
Managing Conflict: Key Tools for Healthy Communication and Resolution (6:42)
Navigating Conflict: Understanding Intention vs. Impact in Relationships
The Power of Understanding: Strengthening Conflict Resolution
The Importance of Validation vs. Invalidation in Romantic Relationships
Validating: The Affirmation of Emotions
Invalidating: The Denial of Emotions
A Path to Reducing Conflict in Relationships
13 Rules for Fighting Fair in Relationships
Recognizing and Managing Triggers
Journal Prompts
Week 4 Summary
Week 4 Chapter Feedback
Week 5 - Love Languages
The Dance of Love Languages in Relationships (20:31)
Discovering Your Partner's Love Language
Acts of Service: Love in Action
Physical Touch: The Unspoken Symphony
Quality Time: The Dance of Connection
Words of Affirmation: Speaking From The Heart
Gift Giving: Expressions Wrapped in Love
Action Item: Take Love Language Test
Week 5 Summary
Week 5 Chapter Feedback
Week 6 - Apologies
5 Apology Languages: The Art of Making Amends (10:04)
What are the 5 apology languages and what do they mean?
Why is it important to know your partner's apology language?
Unpacking What Doesn't Qualify as an Apology
What if You Don't Know Their Apology Language?
Question & Reflection Prompts
Week 6 Summary
Week 6 Chapter Feedback
Week 7 - Connection
Introduction to Week 7 - Connection & Rituals (10:19)
The Journey of Emotional Intimacy: Ebbs and Flows
Shared Moments, Stronger Bonds: The Art of Relationship Rituals
Intentional Togetherness: Building Rituals for Lasting Love
Ritual Prompts
Questions & Reflection Prompts
Week 7 Summary
Week 7 Chapter Feedback
Week 8 - Understanding Bids for Connection
What Are Bids for Connection? (6:04)
The Research behind a successful relationship
Turning Towards: Embracing the Connection
Turning Against: The Barrier
Turning Away: The Silent Neglect
Journal Prompts: Cultivating the Habit
Week 8 Summary
Week 8 Chapter Feedback
Week 9 - Dates & Bonding Time
The Compass and the Map: Navigating Dates and Bonding (8:07)
The Importance of Bonding Time
Setting the Stage for Connection
Indoor Activities
Outdoor Activities
Shake It Up: Date Night Edition
Romance by Rotation: The Alternating Date Night
Journal Prompt: Date Options
Week 9 Summary
Week 9 Chapter Feedback
Week 10 - Feedback
Feedback: The Foundation for Growth in Your Relationship (14:00)
Feedback As A Tool For Change
Speaking with Care: Guidelines for Giving Feedback
Listening to Understand: Guidelines for Receiving Feedback
The Pitfalls of Being Defensive
Clarifying and Reflecting
Journal Prompts
Week 10 Summary
Week 10 Chapter Feedback
Week 11 - The Finance Piece
Dollars and Sense: Keeping Love and Finances in Balance (14:59)
Financial Harmony
The Hidden Costs of Poor Financial Communication
Impact of Past Experiences
Journal Prompts: Assess Where You Are At Now
Journal Prompts: How Your Money Mindset Was Shaped
Week 11 Summary
Week 11 Chapter Feedback
Week 12 - Planning Your Future Life Together
Cultivating Your Partnership (6:20)
Crafting Your Dream Future
Deepening Your Connection
Goal Setting and Prioritization
Excercise: Vision Board
Week 12 Summary
Week 12 Chapter Feedback
Week 13 - Sex: Part 1 - An Intimate Exploration
Embracing Sexual Intimacy (16:38)
How Are Desire and Arousal Different?
Understanding How Desire Works
Factors That Can Influence Sexual Desire
Creating a Positive Sexual Environment
Journal Prompts: Intimate Discovery
Week 13 Summary
Week 13 Chapter Feedback
Week 14 - Sex: Part 2 - Embracing Connection, Pleasure, and Understanding Desire Together
Reflecting on Journal Insights
The Beautiful Complexity of Pleasure and Connection in Sexual Intimacy
Shifting the Focus: From Goal to Pleasure
Journal Prompts for Exploring Desire
Week 14 Summary
Week 14 Chapter Feedback
Weekly Check-in: Ritual for prioritizing the relationship
Congratulations! You completed the foundational crash course!
Check-In Forms
Appreciation
Areas of Improvement
Actionable items for the upcoming week
Course Feedback
The Compass and the Map: Navigating Dates and Bonding
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