A review by matttruss
The Love Prescription: Seven Days to More Intimacy, Connection, and Joy by John Gottman, Julie Schwartz Gottman

informative reflective slow-paced

4.5

Honestly wish I had this book sooner, and that's probably the best review I could give of it.  Even if you don't feel like your relationship is in a bad spot, it's worth a read for a perspective and some nice things to think about and talk about with your partner.  It really is about the little things and the little choices we make to turn towards, remain curious, and take time for each other.  It is very, very easy to come up with a list of things a partner does wrong, but focusing on those is what can tank a relationship.  The 5:1 ratio of positive to negative interactions was a real eye-opener for me.  Thinking 1:1 was probably fine and normal, when in fact, it is not (and 20:1 is even better!).  An important read for couples of all kinds that can really only make your love and relationship stronger, because love alone is not enough.