Summaries of books about Marriage & Long-Term Relationships:
The Empowered Wife
Six Surprising Secrets for Attracting Your Husband's Time, Attention, and Affection
Laura Doyle
The book offers guidance on how to foster a more fulfilling marriage by focusing on self-care, respect, and relinquishing control. It outlines six key practices for women to improve their relationships and create a deeper connection with their husbands.
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What Makes a Marriage Last
40 Celebrated Couples Share with Us the Secrets to a Happy Life
Marlo Thomas|Phil Donahue
The book features intimate interviews with 40 famous couples who share insights and anecdotes about their relationships, revealing the challenges they've faced and the strategies they've used to maintain strong, enduring partnerships. It offers readers a diverse array of personal stories and practical advice on communication, love, and resilience in marriage.
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Before You Say "I Do"
A Marriage Preparation Guide for Couples
H. Norman Wright|Wes Roberts
The book serves as a comprehensive guide for engaged couples, covering key topics such as communication, conflict resolution, finances, and sexual intimacy to ensure a strong foundation for marriage. It includes interactive questions and exercises designed to foster deep discussions and insights for partners as they prepare for their future life together.
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A Fine Romance
Candice Bergen
The memoir chronicles the personal life of the actress, focusing on her love story with her late husband, French film director Louis Malle, and her later marriage to New York real estate magnate Marshall Rose. It also delves into her experiences as a mother, her career resurgence on television, and her reflections on aging and the changes in her life.
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The ADHD Effect on Marriage
Understand and Rebuild Your Relationship in Six Steps
Melissa Orlov
The book provides insight into how Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) can impact marital relationships, often leading to misunderstandings and frustration. It offers a six-step plan to help couples improve communication, understand each other's experiences, and rebuild their relationship by addressing the unique challenges that ADHD introduces.
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The Four Laws of Love
Guaranteed Success for Every Married Couple
Jimmy Evans
The book presents four fundamental principles that the author believes are essential for a successful and fulfilling marriage, drawing from biblical wisdom and personal experience. It offers practical guidance and actionable steps for couples to strengthen their relationship, improve communication, and build a lasting partnership based on mutual respect and love.
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Becoming Sister Wives
The Story of an Unconventional Marriage
Kody Brown|Meri Brown|Janelle Brown|Christine Brown|Robyn Brown
The book provides an intimate look into the polygamous marriage of Kody Brown and his four wives, exploring the complexities, challenges, and rewards of their plural lifestyle. It offers personal insights and anecdotes from each spouse, detailing their journey from courtship to their shared family life and the dynamics of their unconventional relationship.
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Marriage on the Rock 25th Anniversary
The Comprehensive Guide to a Solid, Healthy and Lasting Marriage
Jimmy Evans
The book provides couples with practical advice and biblical principles for establishing and maintaining a healthy, lasting marriage. It covers topics such as the importance of having a strong foundation, effective communication, conflict resolution, and the roles of partners within the relationship.
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Cherish
The One Word That Changes Everything for Your Marriage
Gary Thomas
The book explores the concept of cherishing one's spouse, emphasizing how cultivating an attitude of cherishment can transform and strengthen a marital relationship. It provides practical advice, biblical insights, and personal stories to help couples learn to honor, appreciate, and hold dear their partners in everyday life.
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How to Improve Your Marriage Without Talking About It
Steven Stosny.|Patricia Love Ed.D.
The book presents the idea that traditional communication strategies can sometimes exacerbate marital issues, and instead offers alternative methods for couples to connect and strengthen their relationship through actions and emotional understanding. It emphasizes the importance of love and connection over problem-solving through dialogue, providing practical techniques for partners to improve intimacy and trust without relying on verbal communication.
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