This three-part series delivers tips on relationships from Dr. John Gottman, a world renowned expert on relationships and marital stability, having researched the subject since the 1970’s. Gottman is most famous for his ability to predict if a couple were going to divorce based on his observations of their interactions and behaviour. This three-part series covers relationship myths; behaviours that predict the end of a relationship, and principles for a happy relationship.

Suppressing negative emotions is a form of avoidance and may lead to emotional dysfunction.

Research has shown that there are simple exercises you can do daily to improve your mood and increase feelings of wellbeing.

Scars from wounds that we have worked hard to heal should be a source of pride, not shame.

Stress is a normal and helpful response to a perceived threat, which may be a physical threat or a psychological one, however, in periods of sustained stress, this response needs to be consciously managed.

When we are able to accept ourselves as we are, in all our imperfection, that is where true inner peace can be found.

With the rise of smartphone use we have seen a rise in new areas of concern in terms of our wellbeing. Mobile phone addiction, chat addiction, social media addiction and internet addiction are all real issues