From April 27th Psychology Today blogpost of Dr. Leslie Becker-Phelps:

For many relationship problems, the fix is simple but not easy; spend more time together. I don’t mean get-more-things-done-together time. Or even air your problems time. Partners need to have time when they can each share what naturally bubbles up from deep within — interests, values, or experiences that are expressions of their true selves. And they need their partners to have the time, focus and interest to really listen. This kind of being together is often lost in the overcrowded shuffling of daily activities.

Couples who first come to me for therapy often acknowledge that our appointment was the most time they spent alone together that week. As therapy continues, my office becomes a sanctuary; a place where they can devote their attention wholeheartedly to each other.

Time Together: A Cure for Relationship Problems « The Art of Relationships.

Tomorrow afternoon Dr. Becker-Phelps will be presenting “Compassionate Self-Awareness: An Approach to Making Real Change.” Leslie Becker-Phelps, PHD Monday, May 9, 1 p.m, at the SHYMCA.