| Description |
xviii, 191 pages ; 23 cm |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Contents |
Myth : opposites attract : a couple in their differences complements each -- Reality : great relationships require identical core values -- Myth : love will carry you through the hard times in a relationship -- Reality : it is shared values that pull you through a crisis -- Myth : you need to work on your marriage if you want it to be good -- Reality : relationships don't have problems, people do -- Myth : selflessness and giving to others builds the best relationships -- Reality : clear limits and boundaries build mutual respect and lasting relationships -- Myth : unconditional acceptance of your partner is the foundation of a good marriage -- Reality : if you don't make demands on your partner, then you don't really care -- Myth : frequent conflicts are a sign that a marriage is in trouble -- Reality : your willingness to engage in conflict determines the depth and quality of your relationship -- Myth : spending lots of time together is very important -- Reality : the best relationships are low maintenance/high intimacy -- Myth : trusting your partner is essential to a good relationship -- Reality : it is trusting yourself that is essential. |
| Subject |
Marriage.
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Man-woman relationships.
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| Added Author |
Shechtman, Arleah.
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| ISBN |
092352181X |
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