5 Must-Read Books on Relationships
There is only one happiness in this life, to love and be loved
Relationships rank among life’s most important endeavors. From the friendships we’ve had since childhood to the love that binds two people together, relationships shape who we are and inevitably bear a major impact on our day-to-day lives. It is therefore of great importance to know what one is doing when they enter into a relationship. Here are five must read books on relationships that will give you insight into this delicate but crucial aspect of life.
1. Attached: The New Science of Adult Attachment and How It Can Help You Find — And Keep — Love- by Amir Levine and Heller
This book examines the concept of attachment in young, which is an important part of successful relationships and a concept that often gets overlooked because it stems from childhood experiences, not romantic ones. It is an incredibly insightful read and offers practical advice on how readers can deal with their own attachment styles, as well as how to work with them if they are in a relationship.
2. The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work: A Practical Guide from the Country’s Foremost Relationship Expert- by John Gottman with Nan Silver
This book provides readers with the research and practical advice that was so successful in Dr. Gottman’s study of marriage strengths and weaknesses. It features seven principles that couples need to make their marriage work in order to have a healthy and successful relationship, so anyone who is looking for ways to improve their own relationship should definitely add this one to their reading list.
3. Mating in Captivity: Unlocking Erotic Intelligence- by Esther perel
Esther perel is an expert on infidelity, both why it happens and how one can avoid it. In this book, Perel tackles the often overlooked topic of “mating in captivity,” which is when two people settle into a relationship which stops being exciting and allows them to be domestic and unadventurous.
4. The Mastery of Love- by Don Miguel Ruiz
This book is written by a clinical psychologist and spiritual teacher who combines his clinical experience with spiritual wisdom. It is this book’s intent to help you live a better life by understanding the mechanism of love and how to use it. It will also address how to make others love you, as well as what your own
5. The Five Love Languages- by Gary Chapman
This book, based on Dr. Chapman’s research, explores the different ways that people express and receive love. It offers practical advice for readers on how to tailor their communication style to those of their significant other, indicating what they would like to be communicated in a relationship and of course, how they want to be communicated back.
