Integrative Family Counseling, PLLC

01/07/2026

We're the people who put couples in a lab and studied what actually helps them stay connected. So when we say a 6 second kiss matters, it is not a guess. 😘
In decades of research with thousands of couples, we found that relationships thrive on small, everyday moments of connection. The Six Second Kiss is one of the simplest. It is just long enough to interrupt the rush of the day, shift your focus to your partner, and quietly add to your emotional “bank account.” Over time, those seconds help with fondness, admiration, and even stress levels.
As you think about what you want this new year to feel like between you and your partner, consider adding this research backed ritual to the mix. Twice a day is still under 90 seconds a week, and your relationship will feel it.
You can read more about it in our article, “The Six Second Kiss,” on the Gottman blog: https://bit.ly/3KbV6Ak

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