“The couple bubble is an agreement to put the relationship before anything and everything else. It means putting your partner's well-being, self-esteem and distress relief first. And it means your partner does the same for you. You both agree to… — Stan Tatkin Copy Share Image
“Fears and expectations that date back to earlier experiences of dependency, but that didn't arise during courtship or dating, are activated as commitment to… — Stan Tatkin Copy Share Image
“Couples in distress too often turn to solutions that can be summed up by "You do your thing and I'll do my thing" or… — Stan Tatkin Copy Share Image
“When we enter into a relationship, we want to matter to our partner, to be visible and important…We want to know our efforts are… — Stan Tatkin Copy Share Image
“They may lack confidence in their ability to leave a romantic relationship when and if necessary. Fear of abandonment eclipses all other matters, including… — Stan Tatkin Copy Share Image
“Devote yourself to your partner's sense of safety and security and not simply to your idea about what that should be. What may make… — Stan Tatkin Copy Share Image
“The couple bubble is an agreement to put the relationship before anything and everything else. It means putting your partner's well-being, self-esteem and distress… — Stan Tatkin Copy Share Image
