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I read this book in 2017 and loved it - a research-based set of tools to answer an age-old question in the human condition: how to make intimate relationships work.
I reread it 5 years later and was surprised by how much more I learned. Although it is not intended as such, it's been really insightful to read this through the lens of my relationship not only with others (which in itself is extremely helpful) but also with myself. After all, one spends more time with oneself than anyone else, followed by their romantic partner. In particular, applying the learnings from this book has helped me become less critical of myself, more accepting of my personal shortcomings, more kind when I am hurt, better at sticking with my feelings instead of saying they're wrong, and more empathetic rather than defensive. I'd highly recommend to anyone, regardless of relationship status
I reread it 5 years later and was surprised by how much more I learned. Although it is not intended as such, it's been really insightful to read this through the lens of my relationship not only with others (which in itself is extremely helpful) but also with myself. After all, one spends more time with oneself than anyone else, followed by their romantic partner. In particular, applying the learnings from this book has helped me become less critical of myself, more accepting of my personal shortcomings, more kind when I am hurt, better at sticking with my feelings instead of saying they're wrong, and more empathetic rather than defensive. I'd highly recommend to anyone, regardless of relationship status