Bid for connection

The #staymarried Love Crumb Quiz - A self-evaluation based on the concepts around Bid for Connection from Dr. John Gottman's book The…

An overlooked aspect of building a strong, healthy relationship is how we respond to our partner's "bids" for connection. A bid, in relational terms, is any attempt by one partner to establish some form of emotional or physical connection with the other. These bids can range from a simple hug or cuddle to more complex interactions like sharing a personal story or initiating a planning session for a future something. Essentially, a bid could be any action, big or small, that serves as a…

The Gottman Institute on Instagram: "Dr. John Gottman describes a repair attempt as “any statement or action — silly or otherwise — that prevents negativity from escalating out of control.” Repair attempts are also bids for connection. Knowing what they look and sound like can help you communicate more effectively in your relationship. Want to learn more about bids? Check out "Love Notes" in our bio link and download our free Bid Quiz today! Please note: This post is not intended to address

Dr. Lauren Fogel Mersy on Instagram: “A bid for connection is what Drs. John and Julie Gottman call any effort or attempt to positively connect with a partner. This can be a bid…”

When children seek attention from their parents, they do so as what's called a "bid for connection." Sadly, many of us didn't get our needs met as kids with the attention needed when we expressed bids for connection. So, it can be difficult being vulnerable and expressing bids for connection in your adult relationships.

A bid is any attempt from one partner to another for attention, affirmation, affection, or any other positive connection. Read more about…

Start your day with more appreciation and love. Celebrate the unique qualities of your relationship every day. Acknowledge each other’s efforts, respond to bids for connection, and express appreciation. By actively valuing these individual qualities, you cultivate a positive perspective on your connection. What small gesture can you offer today to strengthen your bond? #TheGottmanInstitute #Gottman #JulieGottman #JohnGottman #TheLovePerscription

Relatable Relationship Experts on Instagram: "🫣ever been trapped in this relationship cycle? ✨breaking the cycle of disconnect can be so tricky because it takes at least one party to be vulnerable to connect…and who wants to be vulnerable when you feel disconnected and distant?! 🙃so what can you do about it?! Here’s some tips: ✨start small. Little bids for connection like going for a hand hold, a “thinking of you” text during the day or a small thoughtful act of service can a great “ice…