The psychology of love: How to build healthy and fulfilling relationships
- ISBN-10
- 883295995X
- ISBN-13
- 9788832959956
- Series
- The Psychology of Love
- Category
- Psychology
- Pages
- 111
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2023-06-06
- Publisher
- Greenbooks editore
- Author
- Alice Iron
Description
"The Psychology of Love: How to Build Healthy and Fulfilling Relationships" is a book that focuses on the importance of healthy and positive relationships in people's lives and the dynamics that govern them. The author begins by analyzing different theories that have attempted to explain love, from attachment theory to rational choice theory. She explains how each theory has its own perspective and that there is no definitive explanation of love, but rather different angles that can help understand it. The book then focuses on building healthy and fulfilling relationships, starting with the importance of communication and empathy. The author explains how it is crucial to be able to listen to and understand others, as well as express one's needs and desires clearly and non-aggressively. Another central theme of the book is conflict management. The author provides tools and suggestions for constructively addressing differences and tensions, avoiding destructive arguments. She also explains how it is important to learn how to apologize and forgive in order to overcome difficulties and strengthen the relationship. Furthermore, the book addresses the topics of sexuality and passion, explaining how it is essential to keep them alive and how challenges in this area can be overcome. Finally, the author devotes a chapter to the importance of having realistic expectations in a relationship and learning to manage disappointments. She explains how it is possible to confront difficulties and sometimes, it may be necessary to end a relationship that no longer works. In summary, "The Psychology of Love" is a book that provides tools and suggestions for building healthy, fulfilling, and lasting relationships. It is an invitation to learn to understand and manage emotions, communicate effectively, and develop the capacity to forgive and be empathetic. It is a book that helps understand love in all its facets and live happier and more satisfying relationships.
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