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Episode 2860:

Mary Beth George explores the real meaning of trust and commitment through the lens of her 25-year marriage, blending personal anecdotes with insights from the Gottmans' relationship framework. Her reflections highlight how daily choices, shared hardships, and intentional appreciation can build emotional safety and deepen intimacy in long-term partnerships.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.gottman.com/blog/what-does-trust-and-commitment-look-like-in-a-relationship/

Quotes to ponder:

"Commitment is really a verb because it is the actions you take daily to let your partner know we are with them and that you make decisions with them in mind."

"When you cherish your partner, you feel that they're irreplaceable. You simply cannot imagine your life without them, even when times are rough."

"You create trust and safety by turning towards them to work out your differences."

Episode references:

Eight Dates: Essential Conversations for a Lifetime of Love: https://www.amazon.com/Eight-Dates-Essential-Conversations-Lifetime/dp/1523504463

2860: What Does Trust and Commitment Look Like in a Relationship? by Mary Beth George with Gottman on Relationship Stability

Optimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage and Parenting