How Does Gratitude Affect Romantic Relationships?

At the 2014 Greater Good Gratitude Summit, Sara Algoe describes her research into how gratitude affects romantic partners’ feelings for one another, as well as their style of relating to each other.

By Sara Algoe | September 2014 | TRT 14:52

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How Does Gratitude Affect Romantic Relationships?

At the 2014 Greater Good Gratitude Summit, Sara Algoe describes her research into how gratitude affects romantic partners’ feelings for one another, as well as their style of relating to each other.

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Gratitude is for Lovers

Want to Satisfy Your Partner? Give them Some Gratitude

Should Women Thank Men for Doing the Dishes?