The 90 minutes a Week That Can Transform Your Marriage

Most marriages don’t collapse because of one big betrayal - they drift apart because friendship disappears, communication turns defensive, and couples stop doing the daily work that keeps love alive. In this conversation, Gottman certified marriage coach Kameran Alareqi breaks down how to rebuild trust, emotional safety, and connection before resentment takes over.Drawing from her own journey through heartbreak, divorce, reconciliation, and restoration, Kameran explains why a healthy marriage starts with self-awareness, not just a better partner. She shares the mindset shift that helps couples stop asking, “Is my marriage worth it?” and start asking, “Am I qualified to build the marriage I want?”You’ll discover:- Why friendship is the foundation of lasting love- How **negative sentiment override** quietly destroys connection- The difference between criticism and a simple complaint- Why the *Four Horsemen* matter more than most couples realize- How emotional bids keep partners from drifting into loneliness- The power of a **soft startup** for difficult conversations- Why childhood patterns follow us into adult relationships- The one weekly habit that can dramatically strengthen your marriageKameran also explains how the Gottman method predicts relationship breakdown with startling accuracy, why commitment cannot be outsourced, and how unhealthy relationship patterns affect not just your marriage, but your stress, mental health, physical health, and even your success in life.If you want a more connected, peaceful, and resilient relationship, this episode gives you practical tools you can use right away. Essential listening for couples, singles preparing for marriage, and anyone ready to break old patterns and build love that lasts.Connect with Kameran Alareqi via her website https://www.recognizingpotential.com/ She’s also on Instagram https://instagram.com/married.and.connected , substack https://open.substack.com/pub/marriedandconnectedYouTube https://youtube.com/@marriedandconnected?si=KZzXDjbaL9Ay-Ptk