San Diego Institute for Couples & Families

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There is a war on for our attention. Where we focus our attention could lead us to adoration. . There has never been a time that has laid siege on our attention. Distraction is poorly stewarded attention and what we fixate on changes us. #SDICF

The connection between a couple is never static. It ebbs and flows with the happenings of life and the challenges we all face. The healthiest, strongest couples continually work to deepen their connection, are aware of each other's attachment needs, and celebrate positive moments together. #SDICF We know how to help you.

Most of the time when couples get caught up in patterns of arguing, the subject of the arguing is rarely the problem. It's the deeper issue of disconnection, a feeling of a lack of love or a lack of respect, that partners are trying to communicate. #SDICF We know how to help you.

Being attached to someone provides our greatest sense of security and safety. It means depending on a partner to respond when you call, to know that you matter to him or her, that you are cherished, and that he/she will respond to your emotional needs. #SDICF We know how to help you.

Relationships can be dysfunctional but most of the time people are not. It's not you or your partner that's "broken". Your relationship, your connection to each other, is what needs to be repaired. Problem-solving skills can deescalate arguments, they don’t address the underlying roots of disconnection between couples. It's the disconnection that needs to be repaired because it causes the deepest issues. #SDICF We know how to help you.

Love endures. #SDICF We can help you.

If your partner is in pain...the world should stop and ask, "What do you need and how may I help?" You need to be the one place that is a safe haven for your partner. #SDICF We know how to help you.

According to Gottman Research, an essential component of a couple's friendship is Sharing Fondness and Admiration. This is the antidote to having contempt for your partner. Scan for everything your partner does right vs. wrong. You are building a culture of appreciation, fondness, and respect. And guess what, focusing on small positive things builds foreplay because you won't want to kiss someone that is not nice. #SDICF

Did you know that 70% of adults in the US have experienced some type of traumatic event at least once in their lives? About 20% develop PTSD from their trauma. Right now we are experiencing a collective trauma as a result of the pandemic, racism, and maybe even the upcoming election is impacting us. Many are feeling vulnerable, overwhelmed, and are struggling with stress and anxiety, We want you to know that we are trained in helping individuals heal from their trauma and are here to help you. #SDICF

7 easy ways to reduce stress. #SDICF We know how to help you.

More findings on how on how media creates stress more than the actual events. #SDICF

Interesting findings on stress and the media. #SDICF We know how to help you.