Making Intimate Connections: 7 Guidelines for Great Relationships and Better Communication
- ISBN-10
- 1886230331
- ISBN-13
- 9781886230330
- Category
- Interpersonal relations
- Pages
- 149
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2000
- Publisher
- Impact Publishers
- Authors
- Albert Ellis, Ted Crawford
Description
This is the first book to apply Dr. Ellis's famous "Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy" principles to intimate relationships. The seven guidelines for better couple communication offered in this user-friendly guide emphasize non-blaming acceptance, integrity, mutual support, appreciation, replacing irrational ideas and expectations with realistic attitudes. An effective resource for couples seeking greater closeness, intimate partners who are willing to make "unilateral" changes, marriage and family therapists -- a breakthrough relationship guide from the father of rational therapy.
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