The most successful couples, according to psychologists, regularly express devotion, understanding, and contrition.
Here are the five phrases that couples who have a strong connection use most, according to experts.
The one phrase they say all successful couples use often is "thank you."
Harvard psychologist Cortney Warren says successful couples don't avoid conflict, they just better navigate it.
This might seem obvious, but communicating your promise to one another can help you and your partner feel validated.
Persons:
John, Julie Gottman, —, Cortney Warren, Warren
Organizations:
CNBC, Harvard