Zach vows not to get Laura anything for her birthday, but he might end up getting her a chessboard. Operation “Blue Check” continues in earnest. To help out, be sure to follow @marriagetherapyradio
They discuss how to handle conflict when you can’t agree on what the story even is. 

Zach is moving his schedule around so he can be at his kid’s soccer games. Laura is gearing up for her triathlon. They discuss the need for couples to do the work when seeking help for their relationship. They talk about the Art & Science of Love, a workshop based on over 40 years of research from The Gottman Institute. Zach and Laura will be the instructors for the October event. 

To register go to https://www.gottman.com/mtr. 

Don’t forget to use the discount code mentioned in the episode. 

Laura is jumping into her local fitness scene with both feet and possibly into sex therapy with both hands. Zach is exercising his social media skills. They go on to discuss the impact of words; what is said, how it’s said, and how it’s heard, on your relationship. 

Project “Blue Checkmark” is well underway. Laura just got back from a camping trip and Zach is thinking about watching a Netflix show that is sweeping the nation. They go on to discuss a listener question regarding their attraction to a coworker. 

Laura is back in school. Zach is learning about how social media works. They discuss the process of therapy and the importance of being the author of your own story. 

Zach and Laura welcome Logan Ury to the podcast (for the second time, kind of) to share her data-driven insights into finding, growing, and keeping love. You will also get to hear what kind of museum she would open. 

Zach is in sync with Chicago while in Charlotte. Laura is losing sleep thinking about her clients. In his jetlagged state, Zach shares how a mistake in a text message led to a great insight about repairing a rupture in your relationship. 

Zach and Laura saw each other in person after nearly 2 years and it was less eventful than you would think. Laura shares some thoughts on a book about life themes. 

Zach and Laura talk with Candice Czbubernat about topics and issues relevant to LGBTQ relationships. It’s a wide-ranging interview with more than a few surprises. Also, Zach doesn’t throw rocks. Learn more about Candice at thechristiancloset.com

Zach is feeling really good about some stuff in life. Laura is reminded about how the good things in life fill our account, which leads to their discussion of the Gottman Magic Relationship Ratio.