Summaries of books about Relationships & Dating:
The Argument Hangover
Empowering Couples to Fight Smarter and Overcome Communication Pitfalls
Aaron Freeman|Jocelyn Freeman
The book provides strategies for couples to effectively navigate conflicts, emphasizing the importance of communication before, during, and after arguments. It offers practical tools to resolve disagreements, strengthen relationships, and prevent the lingering effects of unresolved disputes.
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The Five Core Conversations for Couples
Expert Advice about How to Develop Effective Communication, a Long-Term Financial Plan, Cooperative Parenting ... Satisfying Sex, and Work-Life Balance
David Bulitt|Julie Bulitt
The book provides couples with practical advice and strategies to enhance communication, manage finances together, collaborate on parenting, maintain a fulfilling sexual relationship, and achieve work-life balance. It includes expert insights, real-life examples, and exercises designed to strengthen partnerships and address common challenges faced by couples.
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Startup Life
Surviving and Thriving in a Relationship with an Entrepreneur (Techstars)
Brad Feld|Amy Batchelor
The book provides insights and practical advice on how couples can manage the unique challenges that arise when one or both partners are entrepreneurs. It covers topics such as balancing work and personal life, communication strategies, and maintaining a healthy relationship amidst the high-pressure startup environment.
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Labor of Love
The Invention of Dating
Moira Weigel
The book traces the history of dating from its origins to modern times, exploring how the practice has evolved with cultural and economic shifts. It examines the interplay between gender roles, social norms, and the commodification of romance in the context of courtship and finding love.
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Why Love Hurts
A Sociological Explanation
Eva Illouz
The book examines the social and cultural influences on modern romantic relationships, arguing that the paradoxes and pains of love are largely shaped by economic, technological, and cultural forces. It explores how choice, freedom, and individualism in the pursuit of love have transformed expectations and experiences, often leading to emotional distress and a sense of unfulfillment.
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Sacred Cows
The Truth About Divorce & Marriage
Danielle Teller|Astro Teller
The book challenges conventional wisdom about marriage and divorce, questioning societal norms and expectations that often pressure individuals to stay in unhappy relationships. It offers a fresh perspective on the institution of marriage, advocating for the acceptance of divorce as a reasonable choice when partnerships are no longer beneficial or fulfilling.
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Resurrecting Sex
Solving Sexual Problems and Revolutionizing your Relationship
David Schnarch|James Maddock
The book provides a comprehensive guide to overcoming sexual difficulties and enhancing intimacy in relationships through a combination of psychological insight, therapy techniques, and practical exercises. It emphasizes personal development, emotional connection, and mutual understanding as key components to a fulfilling sexual partnership.
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Dollars and Sex
How Economics Influences Sex and Love
Marina Adshade
The book explores the intersection of economics and human sexual behavior, using economic principles to explain patterns in relationships, marriage, and sexual dynamics. It delves into how market forces affect personal decisions about sex and love, from supply and demand to bargaining power and incentives.
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Talk to Me Like I'm Someone You Love
Relationship Repair in a Flash
Nancy Dreyfus Psy. D.
The book provides a practical guide for couples seeking to improve their communication and resolve conflicts, using a tool called the "flash card" method. It includes a series of scripted messages that partners can use to express their feelings and needs effectively, fostering empathy and understanding in their relationship.
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Equal Partners
Improving Gender Equality at Home
Kate Mangino
The book explores the dynamics of domestic labor and caregiving responsibilities, advocating for a more equitable distribution between partners regardless of gender. It provides insights and practical advice on how to achieve a balanced partnership, fostering mutual respect and cooperation within households.
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