Recognizing "The Bid"

Summary

This sermon emphasizes the importance of recognizing and responding to "bids" for connection in marriage, drawing from John and Julie Gottman's research. These bids, whether obvious or subtle, are small requests for attention, affection, or affirmation that strengthen the emotional deposit in a relationship. The practical takeaway is to actively "turn towards" your partner by putting feelings into words, asking open-ended questions, going deeper, and expressing empathy to foster understanding and connection.