Reviews"The authors provide an encyclopedia-like wealth of information, from escaping destructive patterns to controlling conflict to playing together." ( Library Journal , May 15, 2010)
Edition DescriptionRevised edition,Deluxe
Table Of ContentAcknowledgments ix Introduction 1 Part One Understanding the Risks on the Road to Lasting Love 17 1. Five Keys for a Great Relationship: PREP in a Nutshell 19 2. Destructive Patterns: Signs of Danger Ahead 37 3. Changing Roles, Changing Rules: Men and Women in Conflict 64 Part Two Teaming Up to Handle Conflict 87 4. When What You Heard Isn't What I Said: Understanding Filters in Communication 89 5. Talking Safely Without Fighting: The Speaker Listener Technique 106 6. Controlling the Home Fires: Handling Issues and Events Well 134 7. New Perspectives on Problems and Problem Solving 160 8. Keeping Conflict Under Control: Ground Rules for a Great Relationship 192 Part Three Enjoying Each Other 215 9. Safe Harbor: Preserving and Protecting Friendship 217 10. Being There: Supporting One Another in Life 232 11. Playing Together: How to Succeed in Fun Without Really Trying 255 12. Sense and Sensuality: Enhancing and Protecting Your Sex Life 270 13. Sacred Places: Core Beliefs and Spiritual Intimacy 294 Part Four Staying the Course 319 14. Why You Can't Always Get What You Want: Unraveling the Mysteries of Expectations 321 15. Forgiveness: Restoring Hope 343 16. Sticking, Stuck, or Stopped: On the Path to Commitment 372 17. Moving Forward 403 Getting More Help 409 Resources and Training 413 References 417 About the Authors 427 Index 429
SynopsisA major revision of the classic best-selling marriage enhancement and divorce prevention book Includes up-to-date research, new tips and techniques Features a brand new DVD showing real couples learning how to improve their marriages ., A thorough revision with a new DVD of couples in action, using the PREP method for strengthening marriage and avoiding divorce court The third edition of the best-selling classic on marriage enhancement and divorce prevention, features the latest research and changes of heart in our culture and society. New and revised, Fighting for Your Marriage is based on the widely acclaimed PREP (Prevention and Relationship Enhancement Program) approach. Groundbreaking studies have found that couples can use the strategies of this approach to handle conflict more constructively, protect their happiness, and reduce the odds of breaking up. The book is based on more than twenty years of university research Explores how to apply the PREP approach to any marriage Shows couples how to talk more and fight less, deepen and protect their friendship, and keep the fun alive Reveals what it takes to have a more intimate, sensual relationship and how to clarify and act on priorities The authors have included a wealth of techniques and down-to-earth guidance for all couples who seek to promote greater character and pleasure in their long-term relationships., A thorough revision with a new video of couples in action, using the PREP method for strengthening marriage and avoiding divorce court The third edition of the best-selling classic on marriage enhancement and divorce prevention, features the latest research and changes of heart in our culture and society. New and revised, Fighting for Your Marriage is based on the widely acclaimed PREP (Prevention and Relationship Enhancement Program) approach. Groundbreaking studies have found that couples can use the strategies of this approach to handle conflict more constructively, protect their happiness, and reduce the odds of breaking up. The book is based on more than twenty years of university research Explores how to apply the PREP approach to any marriage Shows couples how to talk more and fight less, deepen and protect their friendship, and keep the fun alive Reveals what it takes to have a more intimate, sensual relationship and how to clarify and act on priorities The authors have included a wealth of techniques and down-to-earth guidance for all couples who seek to promote greater character and pleasure in their long-term relationships., Since 1994, the bestselling classic Fighting for Your Marriage has been the goto reference for couples that want to enhance their marriage and prevent divorce. This thoroughly revised and updated third edition (which contains a new instructional DVD for couples) is based on the widely acclaimed PREP (Prevention and Relationship Enhancement Program) approach. Groundbreaking studies have found that couples who use the strategies of this proven approach are able to handle conflict more constructively, protect their happiness, and reduce the odds of breaking up. The authors have included a wealth of proven, researchbased techniques and downtoearth guidance for all couples who seek to promote greater character and pleasure in their longterm relationships. Praise for Fighting for Your Marriage "A divorce prevention society should be formed to place a copy of this book in every hotel room in this country. Every wife or husband struggling to stay married, especially happily married, should read this book." Maggie Gallagher , coauthor, The Case for Marriage: Why Married People Are Happier, Healthier, and Better Off Financially "I love this book! If you want to be happily, successfully married, buy it, master it, and it's all you'll ever need. While you're at it, buy a copy for every couple you love. You won't need one for your kids, they'll learn by watching you." Diane Sollee , founder and director, Coalition for Marriage, Family and Couples Education