Be Loved for Who You Really Are: How the Differences Between Men and Women Can Be Turned into the Source of the Very Best Romance You'll Ever Know

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Summary: Principles of Intimacy Good for Lovers and for Friends
Review: The "key notes" of the description of this book reveal that mankind may have taken itself for granted in relying upon far different visual and auditory cues that ignore the emotional content of relationships through which people make connections, typically, and through which relationships are usually maintained over longer periods. Where commitment is present, the score is not so much in the receiving as it is in the giving, and the timing may enhance relations but does not typically remove the vitality of the importance of the intimacy brought to a relationship. This self centered intimacy that looks outward rather than inward produces the freedom to make a commitment as well as the confidence that is built from making it, because it is a personal decision and not one that relies upon the other for reinforcement. Decisions made upon the basis of another person's perceptions cannot give the trust or the relaxed abilility to love without condition, by definition. Ultimately, loving is a personal decision made alone whether returned or not, and since only a potential expectation is lost if unrequited love is the result, the integrity of the value of the love recognized and maintained in dignity cannot be lost because it reflects personal needs, desires, principles and outlook. Hence, it works well whether for lovers or for friends. The authors show how to explore the realm of quality personal loving in such an atmosphere and how to assess its content.

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Summary: Fresh Perspective on Differences
Review: This book is a refreshing alternative if you are worn out from trying to change, mold, or manipulate yourself or someone else into being what you want in order to fit your romantic picture. The four part model takes the reader through the stages to help learn to embrace rather than resist differences between people in intimate relationships. Jim and Judith, a married couple, use examples from their own marriage as well as cases from their practice to teach us how to discuss and appreciate differences. A couple who really walks their talk emphasizes getting back to the basics of fun and love so your partnership can grow and flourish.

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Summary: Never fail at Love?!
Review: This is not your run of the mill "how to" book on love, but a book that guides you through the spiritual journey of how to love and to be loved. The authors share personal anectodes, and stories of other couples, which helps brings the book to a real personal level. They send the message that, if you honor your self and others, you can never really fail at love...what a beautiful thing!