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Here is my next installment of the John Gottman Principle #2 Fondness and Admiration Challenge!  Week 2, Day 2: Thought: We have the same general beliefs and values. Task: Describe one belief you share. Response: I chose our belief in freedom from debt which our family is passionate about. It was top of mind since…

Here we go! It’s week #2! Here is my next installment of the John Gottman Principle #2 Fondness and Admiration Challenge!  Week 2, Day 1: Thought: I feel a genuine sense of “we” as opposed to “I” in this marriage. Task: Think of one thing that you both have in common. Response: I texted my…

Here is my fifth installment of the John Gottman Principle #2 Fondness and Admiration Challenge!  This rounds out the first of seven weeks! Week 1, Day 5: Thought: My partner has specific qualities that make me proud. Task: Write down one characteristic that makes you proud. Response: I am proud of my wife’s strong convictions…

Here is my fourth installment of the John Gottman Principle #2 Fondness and Admiration Challenge! Week 1, Day 4: Thought: I am physically attracted to my partner. Task: Think of one physical attribute you like. Response: My wife has been on a weight loss diet kick since New Years. I noted how she is shrinking…

Here is my third installment of the John Gottman Principle #2 Fondness and Admiration Challenge! Week 1, Day 3: Thought: I can easily remember romantic, special times in our marriage. Task: Pick one such time and think about it. Response: I chose a night we spent on vacation years ago where we walked on a…

Here is my second installment of the John Gottman Principle #2 Fondness and Admiration Challenge! Week 1, Day 2: Thought: I can easily speak of the good times in our marriage. Task: Pick one good time and write a sentence about it. Response: I chose our honeymoon. It’s our 20th Anniversary this year and we’re…

Here is my first installment of the John Gottman Principle #2 Fondness and Admiration Challenge! Week 1, Day 1: Thought: I am genuinely fond of my partner. Task: List one characteristic you find endearing or lovable. Response: Hardworking. I chose to share verbally after work. Reaction: I got a sincere but brief “Thank you for…