Relationship advice comes in many ways. There are counselors, podcasts, and books. However, have you ever thought about listening to TED Talks about marriage? We rounded up 15 of the best to set your relationship up for success!
There are thousands of TED Talks out there. As a result, they can help you with everything from learning to budget all the way to learning how to develop a new skill. Turns out, there are a ton of great TED Talks about marriage and relationships as well!
Here are the 15 best TED Talks about marriage, relationships, and how to make your bond strong. Additionally, set your marriage up for success by listening to these.
15 TED Talks About Marriage & Relationships
1. The Power of Vulnerability
Brene Brown’s TED talk is one of the most famous in the relationship space. He talks about vulnerability and how to use it to improve your relationships and marriage.
2. Technology Hasn’t Changed Love. Here’s Why
Helen Fisher challenges the idea that technology has changed the way we date. Plus, she also covers how social media and other tech aren’t affecting love.
3. What You Don’t Know About Marriage
Jenna McCarthy takes a different approach to the marriage and divorce stats. Additionally, this talk also includes risk factors you may not have even thought of.
4. Rethinking Infidelity… A Talk for Anyone Who Has Ever Loved
Esther Perel talks about unpacking the thoughts and discussing with your partner about infidelity in relationships and marriage.
5. A Better Way to Talk About Love
Mandy Len Catron talks about an eye-opening experience. As a result, her talk is all about how we use words to describe love and the self-fulfilling prophecies that come with it.
6. Story Your Way to a Happy Marriage
Rachel Terrill discusses how powerful your relationship thoughts are. Therefore, learn how you can attract more of what you choose to focus on.
7. The Secret to Desire in a Long-Term Relationship
Esther Perel talks about the secret to what keeps desire strong in a long-term relationship. Additionally, you can also learn how desire is different from love.
8. An Argument-Free Marriage
Fawn Weaver, the creator of The Happy Wives Club, discusses her secret to avoid arguing. Also, note that it’s not just about avoiding communication.
9. Dare to Disagree
Margaret Heffernan talks about the nature of disagreement and how it’s not always a negative thing.
10. Love – You’re Doing It Wrong
Yann Dall’Aglio covers the emphasis on how we see ourselves and the value our partners see in us.
11. Why We Love, Why We Cheat
Helen Fisher unpacks the brain chemistry behind everything from sexual exclusivity to building long-term attachments to people.
12. Skills for Healthy Romantic Relationships
Joanne Davila reveals the skills required to avoid unhealthy relationships and how to have a healthy one.
13. 5 Ways to Listen Better
Julian Treasure talks about how to become a better listener. Consequently, listening can be a valuable skill in our relationships.
14. 3 Ways to Build a Happy Marriage and Avoid Divorce
George Blair-West gives an insightful talk about factors that tend to help long-term couples survive versus ones that get divorced.
15. This Is What Enduring Love Looks Like
Alec Soth And Stacey Baker tell a story about how they managed to stay together. As a result, they tell their interesting story about how they “made it.”
Whether you’re dating or married, these TED Talks can help you rethink the way you approach your relationship and all the aspects of a relationship that you don’t want to forget.
Save our marriage TED Talks!
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Sim @ Sim's LifeI’m sure these particular TED Talks podcasts are helpful. Can’t say marriage is ever on the cards for me again, so not really on my radar, however I have just started listening to podcasts and am loving them. They keep me focussed whilst working and wish I had looked into them sooner. Sim x
Nichola - GlobalmouseWhat an amazing list. I absolutely love TED talks and this is such a great collection.
Kira KiraThese sound like they would help so many people . Podcasts are a great way to get things in too, I love them! X
BethThese all sound like amazing listens for any couple considering marriage, newly married, or those who’ve been married for a long time.
BrianneThese are absolutely fantastic! I think they’re amazing for anyone in a long-term relationship – married or not!
Beth LI’ve never thought of going to Ted Talks for marriage advise. It does look like there are some good topics though! Thanks for sharing.
MayI love Ted Talks! Will try to find videos of these and see what I nuggets I can pick up from other couples.
Bedabrata ChakrabortyI am about to make a commitment with my partner so you are post could not have been more timely. All the points are gems. However I would want to learn more about no. 4. In a long distance relationship fidelity is even more crucial.
Neely MoldovanThis is amazing! I have been looking for marriage podcasts but this may fill that void!
AbidaThese TED talks are really good. Loved the 10th one specially.