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Marriage thrives when partners are willing to compromise from "summary" of The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work by John Gottman, PhD,Nan Silver
One key ingredient in making a marriage work is the willingness of both partners to compromise. This means being open to meeting in the middle, making concessions, and finding solutions that work for both parties. Compromise is not about giving in or giving up on what you want, but about finding a way to navigate differences and conflicts in a way that respects both partners' needs and desires. It requires a certain level of flexibility and understanding, as well as a willingness to let go of the need to always be r...
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