I have much to consider as I continue to look at myself, and how I can become a better husband to the “Love of my Life”; by God’s Grace. If Harley purports to be a believer but desires to keep his book “mainstream,” he could still have included a chapter on (or at minimum, a reference to) sin. Harley seems to lack a basic Biblical understanding of marriage as a covenant between the spouses and God. This isn't sexism, these are just facts of life, pleasant or not, and they do not even apply to everyone. So he began turning his clinics over to the counselors who worked with him, and the ownership of his last clinic was transferred in 1993.

She develops an interest in the recreational activities he likes most and tries to become proficient at them. I tried to keep in mind that this author sees a lot of extreme situations and marriages that were on the rocks. My understanding is much of the material of the book comes from the 1970s, even though the first printing was 1995 and this was an updated 2001 version. Happily married couples are already aware of this principle and have learned how to make their marriage a full-time priority.Negotiation between a husband and wife is an essential building block to the success of any marriage, but without honesty and openness, a couple can resolve or decide very little. In conclusion, His Needs, Her Needs is a GREAT stepping stone for you and your spouse/SO to understand each other and each other's emotional needs. He supervises the progress of those who enroll, and answers their questions on a special Marriage Builders Weekend section of the Forum.

Although it was written to be a support text for his marriage counseling program, within three years it had become a national best-seller and a basic reference for marriage counselors throughout the nation.I gave this book five stars not because it's perfect, but because it has some great solid advice that I believe has put not just my marriage but my worldview on the right trajectory. After working through this exercise, my wife and I discovered several surprising , latent enjoyments that we have never considered and never tried together before. They have two adult children, who are now working with them as marriage coaches, and four grandchildren. Over this book I would recommend Arterburn's Seven Minute Marriage Solution, Emerson Eggerichs' Love and Respect, and many more. Historical honesty: Reveal information about your personal history, particularly events that demonstrate personal weakness or failure.