In long-term relationships, maintaining a healthy connection is one of life's most fulfilling achievements. However, even the happiest couples can fall into bad habits that hinder growth. A commitment to open, honest communication can increase the likelihood of a healthy and happy relationship. By proactively addressing issues and rediscovering what makes their bond special, couples can cultivate a love that lasts.

For expert tips on how to maintain a happy relationship, Positive Psychology Podcast Host Lisa Cypers Kamen speaks with psychotherapist and international bestselling author of six books on mental strength, Amy Morin.

Amy offers insights gleaned from her book, 13 Things Mentally Strong Couples Don't Do: Fix What's Broken, Develop Healthier Patterns, and Grow Stronger Together, and shares important dos and don’ts for couples who desire a love that lasts.

Amy Morin, LCSW—Healthy, Happy Relationships:

• Things mentally strong people in relationships don’t do. {3:09}
• It can be healthy to have privacy in relationships. {6:14}
• Mentally strong couples set and maintain healthy boundaries.{8:59}
• To create a love that lasts, take care not to label a partner. {11:58}
• Happy relationships are free of weaponized emotions and feelings. {18:53}
• Expert tips to maintain a healthy and happy relationship. {26:44}

Meet Our Guest: 

Amy Morin is a psychotherapist, the international bestselling author of six books on mental strength, and the award-winning host of the Mentally Stronger podcast. She gave one of the most popular TEDx talks of all time. Amy happily lives on a sailboat in the Florida Keys.

“The longer the relationship, the more healthy the relationship, the individuality is prized and celebrated.” - Lisa Cypers Kamen

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