Relationship myths

Another Relationship Myth: As Time Goes By

  No doubt, most people in long-term relationships realize that to have a successful one, it takes work. What may make it even more difficult are the various myths that have been passed down and are still believed by many. At some point in the past, I wrote about the myth of not going to bed angry. In today's blog, I'd like to talk about the idea that many of you have that when you are with someone for a long time, you grow apart. Some facts First, let's talk about the research. Dr. John Gottman has done very impressive studies in a number of areas concerning how couples get along. One of his findings is that 69% of the time couples are not compatible with one another! That's right -- you read it correctly -- are not. More…