From New York Times bestselling author Michael Gurian comes a groundbreaking plan for happiness in love and marriage that shows you how to build healthy boundaries, work through past hurts, and create greater intimacy by maintaining emotional separateness. Become separate from your partner yet also become closer—sounds counterintuitive, doesn’t it? With twenty-five years of family and marital counseling practice, Michael Gurian shows that “intimate separateness” is the key to creating a healthy partnership in life. Recent university studies show that the most frequent reason relationships dissolve is not abuse, alcoholism, money, or even infidelity, but rather a lack of emotional fulfillment. Most books on love and marriage focus on teaching communication and conflict skills, but neglect to help couples with the “other half” of intimacy—separateness. In this practical yet personal guide to love, Gurian details the benefits of creating a lifelong balance of closeness and separateness. He outlines a twelve-stage model created for his own private practice, which provides long-term goals and focal points for dialogue that can help couples work through arguments. Gurian also delves into differences in white and gray matter between the male and female brain (which may explain the varying needs for intimacy and separateness), differences in verbal and emotive development, and the effects these all have on relationships. Rich with examples and case studies, this book presents strategies for communication and conflict that build more emotional balance, while showing how intimate separateness can be the key to lifelong happiness.

lessons of lifelong intimacy embark on a transformative journey that explores the intricacies of building a strong and enduring marital bond. This powerful guidebook offers practical wisdom and actionable advice for couples seeking to cultivate a thriving relationship filled with love, respect, and joy. Discover the keys to effective communication in marriage, growth, romance, as a couple and the art of truly listening to your partner's needs, desires, and concerns. Uncover the significance of trust and respect as foundational pillars that will fortify the very core of your marriage. Learn how to create and maintain emotional intimacy, fostering a deep connection that withstands the test of time. Within these pages, you'll find expert guidance on navigating conflicts with grace and finding common ground through compromise. Explore the power of shared goals and values, weaving a tapestry of unity that strengthens your partnership and propels you toward a future filled with shared accomplishments. Explore the art of nurturing romance and passion, infusing your relationship with the spark that first ignited your love. Dive into the importance of quality time, discovering how meaningful moments of togetherness can invigorate your bond and deepen your understanding of one another. "Building a Lasting Love" empowers you with the tools and insights necessary to build a marriage that endures the trials of life. Whether you're embarking on the journey of matrimony or seeking to strengthen your existing union, this book offers profound guidance for cultivating a fulfilling and long-lasting love. Author [Matthew Blessing]: With years of experience in relationship counseling and a deep understanding of the complexities of marriage, [Matthew Blessing] brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to guide you on this transformative journey. Their compassionate approach and insightful advice will inspire you to create a marriage that thrives on love, understanding, and shared dreams. If you're ready to embark on a journey of growth and love, "Building a Lasting Love: Nurturing a Fulfilling Marriage" is the definitive roadmap to help you forge a bond that stands the test of time. Take the first step towards building a stronger, more meaningful marriage today BY DOWNLOADING YOUR COPY

Terabel Marini shared her journey of love begining with how she met her husband on her first day of being in Europe on board the flight to Italy.They couldn't stop talking to each other. Seven hours later, Dario asked her to marry him. They got engaged in two months. She takes you along the journey of handling that phase of transition & how the proposal blossomed within six months from love at first sight to a blissfull marriage. Did you know that there are simple rules of life that can be followed when it comes to a successful marriage? Among these simple rules, there is a recipe & secrets that can make your marriage heaven on earth, regardless of your age. Are you tired of having bad relationships that make you sour despite your good attitude? Maybe you're not sure your partner wants to commit to you. & you're running out of ideas. YOU'VE PICKED THE PERFECT BOOK. Terabel has studied over 100 dates & analysis over 100 marriages all to bring to you the secret of a marriage that last, she has counseled, empowered & managed over 5,000 young women & men worldwide through her Terabel Marini Foundation & has pepped this book with vital information that people pay marriage counselor for. She has also made this book interesting by sharing her real life story to prove that marriage can be a mystery with simple solutions. What confirms the authenticity of this book is that Terabel is a married woman who has experienced different races & cultures & has been a mentor in many successful young marriage. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN How to have a successful relationship, from the moment you decide to say 'Yes', through the courting stage, to your wedding. The secret to making yourself complete before you enter into marriage. Tips on how to improve the chemistry between you & your spouse. How to redefine the sexual marriage flame & keep it burning untill the end of time. Keys to living happily ever after. YOU WILL DISCOVER The power of sexual intercourse to make your marriage an adventure. Your husband/wife power to keep your spouse commited to you forever. Powerful secrets on how to secure the queen of your dream and unlock your inner dreams. & THAT JUST THE BEGINING Lessons of lifelong intimacy in marriage was written to stimulate meaningfull & enjoyable moments with your partner. it will show you how simple & fulfiling each & every romantic marital experiience can be. REVIEW - This book is a recommented manual for everyone who desires to have a happy & fulfilling marriage. While we were reading together, we thought Tearbel has been married for 10 years yet she is writing principles about what we experienced & realized in the later phases of our marriage life. Nadia & Giuliano Marini - This book will forever occupy space in my 'Top 5' & it is a book that will open up the marital destinies to some matured single me & ladies. Terabel crosses the t's & dots the i's in order to build a perfect approach to the current dating & relatonship scenario. Sylvian & Phlip Konga - Have you read a book that surpassed your expectation? To sit & read this book is to get a healthy dose of success in marriage. Terabel ideas took me back to the good old days when i got married. I am so impressed with her way of blending complex principles into simple, easy-to-adpt ideas Dr. foncha F. - Terabel have become a source of motivation for ten years & reading her books makes everyday the best day. I can attest from my own experience that her book serves as the best guide out there in the market, converting experience from our marriage into a set of simple principles & it gives me another insight into my awesome gift of a wife. It is really a must read. Dario Marini - Terabel wrote a book that not only gives couples wise & inspired advice but leads them to everlasting love

Gary Smalley is one of the world's foremost speakers and experts on love and relationships. His gift for helping couples create more meaningful communication and deeper understanding so that they can establish an unwavering bond is the inspiration behind Secrets to Lasting Love, the culmination of Smalley's decades of work. In it he outlines the three essential skills that move couples to the highest levels of intimacy: Respect your spouse for all of his or her individual qualities and differences from you. Communicate with each other in a way that moves conversations into deeper realms of understanding. Renew and recharge your spouse emotionally, mentally, physically, and spiritually -- constantly. It is not easy to recognize and then apply these skills. But Secrets to Lasting Love shows everyone how to do just that, so they can reach what Smalley calls the fifth, or ultimate, level of intimacy -- where there's a marital bond strong enough to withstand the inevitable highs and lows of life. With Gary Smalley, you will have the tools to create a heightened sense of commitment that will allow you to reach your spouse's heart and spirit.

What can we do to keep our romance alive? With so many marriages ending in divorce, how can ours be different? How can we have a fulfilling relationship that goes the distance? Dr. James Dobson, America's most trusted authority on marriage and family, equips you and your spouse to build a firm foundation for a love that endures the test of time. Biblically sound teaching in five key areas, from persistent prayer to passionate romance, will help you build a strong and steadfast union—today, tomorrow, and always!

From the author of the beloved 30 Lessons for Living Karl Pillemer’s 30 Lessons for Living first became a hit and then became a classic. Readers loved the sage advice and great stories from extraordinary older Americans who shared what they wish they had known when they were starting out. Now, Pillemer returns with lessons on one of the mosttalked- about parts of that book—love, relationships, and marriage. Based on the most detailed survey of longmarried people ever conducted, 30 Lessons for Loving shows the way to lifelong, fulfilling relationships. The author, an internationally renowned gerontologist at Cornell University, offers sage advice from the oldest and wisest Americans on everything from finding a partner, to deciding to commit, to growing old together. Along the way, the book answers questions like these: How do you know if the person you love is the right one? What are the secrets for improving communication and reducing conflict? What gets you through the major stresses of marriage, such as child-rearing, work, money issues, and inlaws? From interviews with 700 elders, 30 Lessons for Loving offers unique wisdom that will enrich anyone’s relationship life, from people searching for the right partner to those working to keep the spark alive after decades together. Filled with great stories, wise observations, and useful advice, 30 Lessons for Loving is destined to become another classic.

Whether you’re newly together and eager to make it work or a longtime couple looking to strengthen and deepen your bond, Eight Dates offers a program of how, why, and when to have eight basic conversations with your partner that can result in a lifetime of love. “Happily ever after” is not by chance, it’s by choice– the choice each person in a relationship makes to remain open, remain curious, and, most of all, to keep talking to one another. From award-winning marriage researcher and bestselling author Dr. John Gottman and fellow researcher Julie Gottman, Eight Dates offers an ingenious and simple-to-implement approach to effective relationship communication. Here are the subjects that every serious couple should discuss: Trust. Family. Sex and intimacy. Dealing with conflict. Work and money. Dreams, and more. And here is how to talk about them—how to broach subjects that are difficult or embarrassing, how to be brave enough to say what you really feel. There are also suggestions for where and when to go on each date—book your favorite romantic restaurant for the Sex & Intimacy conversation (and maybe go to a yoga or dance class beforehand). There are questionnaires, innovative exercises, real-life case studies, and skills to master, including the Four Skills of Intimate Conversation and the Art of Listening. Because making love last is not about having a certain feeling—it’s about both of you being active and involved.