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A major revision of the classic divorce prevention book, with up-to-date research and inclusive content
Fighting for Your Marriage is based on the widely acclaimed PREP approach (Prevention and Relationship Education Program). Research has found that couples who use these strategies can handle conflict more constructively, protect their happiness, and reduce the odds of breaking up. Based on more than 40 years of evidence, this book shows couples how to talk more and fight less, protect their friendship, and keep the fun alive. You'll learn what it takes to have a more intimate, sensual relationship and how to clarify and act on priorities.
The 4th Edition has been substantially updated with advice for couples from a wide range of backgrounds and types who are interested in lasting love. The authors have included a wealth of techniques and down-to-earth guidance for all couples who seek to promote greater connection and pleasure in their long-term relationships.
After reading the 4th edition, you will be able to:
Apply up-to-date, research-backed strategies, using the renowned PREP approach to deepen your relationships
Rekindle your marriage and bridge the emotional distance that has grown between you and your spouse
Repair your or your partner's lack of desire for sensual and sexual connections
Get research-based advice for enhancing and strengthening relationships for people who are interested in lasting love
For decades, this book has helped couples in serious relationships, newly married couples, and long-term married couples. It is also a valuable resource for couples and family therapists, college professors, clergy, and other professionals working with diverse individuals and couples who want to have happy, healthy relationships.
Contents
Acknowledgments xi
Introduction 1
Part 1 Understanding the Risks on the Road to Lasting Love 9
1. The Three Keys for a Great Relationship 11
2. Destructive Patterns: Signs of Danger Ahead 19
3. Changing the Dance: Counteracting Communication Danger Signs 39
Part 2 Teaming Up to Handle Conflict 55
4. When What You Heard Isn't What I Said: Understanding Filters in Communication 57
5. What's Love Got to Do with It? 71
6. Talking Without Fighting: The Speaker Listener Technique 83
7. Controlling the Home Fires: Handling Issues and Events 101
8. New Perspectives on Problems and Problem-Solving 119
9. Ground Rules for a Great Relationship 137
Part 3 Enjoying Each Other 147
10. Staying Friends and Having Fun 149
11. Being There: Supporting One Another in Life 167
12. Sensuality and Sex: The Magical Art of Touch 183
13. Why You Can't Always Get What You Want: Unraveling the Mysteries of Expectations 199
14. Beliefs, Values, and Life Experiences: Navigating Differences and Cultivating Connection 217
Part 4 Staying the Course 235
15. Forgiveness: Restoring Hope 237
16. Commitment in an Ever-Changing World: Staying on the Wonderful, Winding Path 257
17. Moving Forward 275
Getting More Help 281
Resources Regarding PREP 287
References by Chapter or Theme 289
About the Authors 313
Index 317
