Heather’s Favorite Relationship Resources

Bride and groom joyfully walking outdoors, holding hands.

People put plenty of time and energy into learning new life skills, but I rarely hear couples talking about researching new relationship skills. Whether you’re dating, engaged and looking for a Denver Wedding Photographer or married, there are always ways to learn and grow together.

Please let me know if you learn something!

A family outdoors in a natural setting with trees. A man in a suit holds a child in a white coat while holding hands with a woman in a white lace dress. They are smiling and walking together.
A man and woman dressed formally kissing outdoors, holding a young child in a white coat.

Podcasts

Spotify Podcasts

Small Things Often

Quick Relationship Tips under 5 minutes

https://open.spotify.com/show/0e1KN182aQsnx4qk1nN3Mf?si=b3cfa67c4ef14d52

Where Should We Begin? With Esther Perel

Recordings of Couple Therapy Sessions

https://open.spotify.com/show/3fKOTwtnX5oZLaiNntKWAV?si=f71afd37e7304004

Navigating Early Dating Stages

Love Life With Matthew Hussey

https://open.spotify.com/show/2acKIpH0hrcGl0P8sU2Avj?si=c2fe7bc2b64f4631

Book cover of 'The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work' by John M. Gottman and Nan Silver, featuring two interlocked wedding rings and a green seal indicating it's completely revised and updated.

The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work

I know this book cover makes this book seem gimmicky, but the information is based on Gottman’s observations and scientific research on couples in a controlled apartment. Completely worth your time.

Cover of the book 'Getting the Love You Want: A Guide for Couples' by Harville Hendrix and Helen LaKelly Hunt.

Getting the Love You Want: A Guide for Couples

This book introduced me to the concepts like ‘mirroring’ during conflict and other usable tools to put into practice.

There’s a workbook available as well.

Cover of the book 'Passionate Marriage' by David Schnarch, featuring a monochrome image of a couple and title text about keeping love and intimacy alive.

Passionate Marriage: Keeping Love and Intimacy Alive in Committed Relationships

Dr. David Schnarch passed away in 2020, but his Institute lives on in Evergreen, CO. This book taught me about “differentiation,”- having close connections with people who are important to you while simultaneously holding on to one’s sense of self. It sounds simple, but it’s more complex than it sounds. This book uses intimacy as a starting point.

YouTube Links

Anything from John Gottman

Anything from Esther Perel

Black and white photo of a couple and a dog in a snowy setting. The woman wears a white dress and knit hat, while the man is in a plaid shirt. The dog sits between them looking up.
A couple embracing outdoors, with the woman in a white wedding dress and the man in a green suit, both having braided hairstyles.

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I’ve really enjoyed getting these emails biweekly! It’s such a simple and free way to prioritize your relationship.