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What We Can Learn from the Best Marriages

By Kira M. Newman — 2017

Relationships today are facing challenges that are unique to modern times. A new book offers three strategies to help yours thrive.

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Right Here with You: Bringing Mindful Awareness into Our Relationships

In recent years scientists have discovered that mindfulness can reduce stress, improve mood, and enhance our sense of well-being.

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Andrea Miller (editor), Harold Kushner, John Welwood, Elizabeth Gilbert, Thich Nhat Hanh, Tara Brach (contributors)
2011
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The 5 Love Languages, Singles Edition: The Secret that Will Revolutionize Your Relationships

Though originally written for married couples, its concepts have proven applicable to families, friends, and even coworkers. The premise is simple: Each person gives and receives love in a certain language, and speaking it will strengthen that relationship.

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Gary Chapman
2017
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Wired for Love: How Understanding Your Partner’s Brain and Attachment Style Can Help You Defuse Conflict and Build a Secure Relationship

Wired for Love is a complete insider’s guide to understanding your partner’s brain and enjoying a romantic relationship built on love and trust.

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Stan Tatkin
2012
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Eight Dates: Essential Conversations for a Lifetime of Love

Strengthen and deepen your love with a fun, ingenious program of eight life-changing conversations—on essential topics such as money, sex, and trust—from two of the world’s leading marriage researchers and clinicians.

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John Gottman, Julie Schwartz Gottman, Doug Abrams, Rachel Carlton Abrams
2019
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The Dance of Connection: How to Talk to Someone When You’re Mad, Hurt, Scared, Frustrated, Insulted, Betrayed, or Desperate

The key problem in relationships, particularly over time, is that people begin to lose their voice.

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Harriet Lerner
2002
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