based on the renowned book

The 7 Principles
for Making
Marriage Work

A married couples workshop

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Are you and your spouse looking to strengthen your marriage and grow closer together?

Strengthen your marriage and enhance your connection with your spouse through the acclaimed Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work, based on the New York Times best-selling book by Dr. John Gottman. This workshop is designed to provide you with proven, research-based tools to improve your relationship, making it ideal for couples who want to take their marriage to the next level.

Why Attend This Workshop?

Proven Techniques: The Seven Principles are based on decades of research by Dr. John Gottman, a leading expert in marital stability. These principles have been shown to effectively strengthen marriages, offering tools to build a lasting and fulfilling relationship.

Deepening Connection: Learn how to deepen the bond of friendship and trust with your spouse, a key component of a successful marriage.

Effective Communication: Discover strategies to communicate more effectively, ensuring both partners feel heard and understood.

Conflict Management: Master techniques to navigate conflicts in a way that strengthens, rather than damages, your relationship.

Workshop Highlights

  • Private Couple Exercises: Work on your relationship in a supportive, private setting with exercises designed for just you and your spouse. No group sharing, just focused time together.
  • Expert-Led Sessions: This workshop is led by Imam Saif Morad, a Seven Principles Leader with Level 2 training in the Gottman Method. Imam Morad holds a Master’s degree from the Islamic University of Madinah and serves as the Resident Scholar at the Islamic Association of Raleigh. He brings both academic and practical experience to guide you in enriching your marriage through both psychological research and Islamic values.
  • Required Materials: Please note that each couple needs to purchase the Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work Couple’s Set from Gottman Institute for only $35. This toolkit will be essential as you go through the workshop together.
  • Refreshments Provided: Light refreshments will be provided during the workshop to keep you comfortable and focused.
  • Babysitting Services: Babysitting will be provided during the workshop so you can focus fully on strengthening your relationship.

Who Should Attend?

  • Couples committed to strengthening their marriage, whether newly married or together for decades, who seek a blend of scientific research and Islamic guidance.
  • Those looking to enhance an already strong marriage or needing better tools for conflict management in a way that aligns with Islamic values.
  • Couples interested in a faith-integrated, research-backed approach to improving their relationship.

 

Important Note: This workshop is best suited for couples in stable relationships. It is not designed for those experiencing severe relationship distress, emotional abuse, or active addictions.

Register Today!

Ready to take the next step in your marriage journey? Register today for this transformative workshop. We look forward to helping you and your spouse build a stronger, more connected, and faith-filled marriage.

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