We at Healthy Relationships California (HRC) are delighted to host and operate this weblog (blog) entitled “MML Skills in California”. Mastering the Mysteries of Love (MML), co-authored by Dr. Bernard G. Guerney, Jr., and Mary Ortwein, M.S., is a version of Relationship Enhancement first developed by Dr. Guerney in the 1960s. RE/MML teaches 10 key couple communication skills helping [...]
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Welcome to our MML Blog!!
Posted in For Coaches, For Facilitators, For Participants, For Trainers, Uncategorized, tagged Facilitators, General, MML, Participants, Trainers on October 27, 2011 | 6 Comments »
Empathic Listening – the #1 Communication Skill
Posted in Uncategorized on June 10, 2011 | 1 Comment »
Empathic Listening is listening in such a sincere and focused way that you put yourself in the other person’s shoes, try to understand what they’re saying from their point of view, feeling their feelings. You forget about yourself and are focused totally on them. In MML, this is called “Showing Understanding Skill.” Learn it and [...]
HAPPY NEW YEAR 2011 !!!
Posted in Uncategorized on January 1, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
Happy New Year to you, your couple, and family! It’s a Brand New Year – a great opportunity for a Fresh Start in all your relationships. Here are a few “Time for Us Ideas” to consider doing with your spouse as part of your New Year’s Resolutions: Weekly Date – set aside a time each week to “date.” Stay home [...]
Give a “Partner Appreciation” Today!
Posted in Uncategorized on October 15, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Today is a Great Day to simply tell your spouse “I appreciate you!” But more than that, express a Partner Appreciation to him/her, and tell them why. For example, “Honey, I really appreciate you for the great meals you make, like the lovely dinner you made tonite” or “I appreciate you for all the work you do for [...]
Find an MML Class near you at www.RelationshipsCA.org
Posted in Uncategorized on September 8, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Go to www.RelationshipsCA.org and click on “classes & trainings”, then scroll down to find an MML class near you. Attending an MML class is one of the best GIFTS you can give to yourself and your marriage! Learning and practicing communication skills unlocks doors to deeper understanding, empathy, and love.
Discussing a Problem – Agree on Time and Place for a Skilled Discussion
Posted in Uncategorized on December 17, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Have you had a burning issue on your mind and suddenly started talking to your spouse about it only to find that they weren’t ready to hear it and you felt even more frustrated, perhaps angry at their unwillingness to listen to you right then and there? Here’s some key advice: Discussions with your spouse work better when [...]
Great Quote by President Obama in Support of Marriage Education
Posted in Uncategorized on December 11, 2008 | 1 Comment »
Here’s what Barack Obama wrote in 2006. Hopefully, he’ll promote Marriage Education during his presidency: …Finally, preliminary research shows that marriage education workshops can make a real difference in helping married couples stay together and in encouraging unmarried couples who are living together to form a more lasting bond. Expanding access to such services to low [...]
LISTEN to this Audio Sample of MML Skills Coaching by Phone
Posted in For Coaches, For Facilitators, For Participants, For Trainers, Uncategorized on November 26, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Click on the “demo-call” link below to hear an audio sample of an MML Skills Coaching by Phone session (13 minutes). You will hear a couple having a dialogue on a topic of their choosing with a coach by phone helping the couple stay in skill during their dialogue. Then please enter your comments of how [...]
Listening with Deep Empathy – Doorway to the Heart
Posted in For Coaches, For Facilitators, For Participants, For Trainers, Uncategorized, tagged Add new tag on November 22, 2008 | 1 Comment »
Showing Understanding Skill says, Listen in a way that shows strong interest. Put your own thoughts and feelings on hold. Pay close attention to what your partner is saying through words and body language. Show with your body that you want to hear what your partner says. Listen with an open mind and an open [...]
WATCH this Short YouTube Video Clip Spotlighting Mastering the Mysteries of Love … in Fresno and throughout California
Posted in For Coaches, For Facilitators, For Participants, For Trainers, Uncategorized, tagged Healthy Marriage Coalition of Fresno-Madera County, MML, promotional, YouTube video on November 12, 2008 | 1 Comment »
Healthy Marriage Coalition of Fresno-Madera Counties is conducting Mastering the Mysteries of Love (MML) classes throughout the two-county area. Click on this link: YouTube video for a six-minute video clip that showcases the powerful new realities couples experience in their relationship. Don’t live in Fresno or Madera counties? Don’t worry. MML classes are taking place throughout [...]