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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?
Expressing Regret
Accepting Responsibility
Making Restitution
Demonstrating an attitude of Sincerity
Requesting Forgiveness
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
The Path to a Healthy Relationship: Success and Failure in Bids
Journal Prompts: Cultivating the Habit
Week 8 Summary
Week 8 Chapter Feedback
Week 9 - Dates & Bonding Time
Date and Bonding Ideas (8:07)
Indoor Activities
Outdoor Activities
Tips for picking dates
Method: Date Jar
Method: Alternating Date Picker
Activity
Week 9 Summary
Week 9 Chapter Feedback
Week 10 - Feedback
Introduction to Week 10 - Feedback (14:00)
The Benefits of Feedback
Giving Feedback
Receiving Feedback
The Pitfalls of Being Defensive
Managing Reactions
Journal Prompts
Week 10 Summary
Week 10 Chapter Feedback
Week 11 - The Finance Piece
Building a Financial Connection: It's All About Communication
Why Talk About Money?
Journal Prompts: What Are We Trying to Achieve Here?
Benefits of Discussing Finances as a Couple
Negative Consequences of Not Discussing Finances or Lack of Alignment
Impact of Past Experiences
Journal Prompts
Week 11 Summary
Week 11 Chapter Feedback
The Dance of Love Languages in Relationships
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