Love Is A Decision: Proven Techniques to Keep Your Marriage Alive and Lively
About this ebook
Love is more than a feeling. It is a choice. And while that sounds less than romantic, nobody gets married and ever plans on getting a divorce—but every marriage is headed for both happy and hard times. According to family counselor and bestselling author Gary Smalley, good marriages are no accident. And deciding to love—in the practical ways outlined here—can result in relationships that are tougher than those tough times.
Using stories from couples he has counseled, spiritual lessons, and emotional word pictures, Smalley teaches biblical principles and practical techniques for building, re-building, and nurturing relationships.
This classic guide, perfect for gifting, is ideal for newly engaged couples, newlyweds, and veteran married couples alike. You will learn how to:
- Learn the art of meaningful conversation
- Energize your mate in 60 seconds
- Find the surprising key to satisfying sex
- Discover the surprising secret of a close-knit family
- Tap into the unfailing power source behind a great marriage
In this timeless bestseller, Smalley and Trent explain how to take advantage of the unique strengths of women and men to forge stronger marriages that will withstand the greatest tests.
Love is a Decision is also available in Spanish, El amore s una decision.
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About the author
Gary Smalley was one of the country’s best-known authors and speakers on family relationships. In addition to writing The Blessing and The Two Sides of Love with John Trent, their book The Language of Love (newly revised and updated) won the Angel Award as the best contribution to family life. His national infomercial, Hidden Keys to Loving Relationships, has been viewed by television audiences all over the world.
John Trent, PhD, a noted speaker and author, is president of StrongFamilies.com. He and Gary Smalley have won Gold Medallion writing awards for their books The Blessing and The Two Sides of Love. Dr. Trent has also written several children's books, including I'd Choose You! based on The Blessing, and his Gold Medallion award-winning book on children's personalities, The Treasure Tree. Dr. Trent maintains a private practice, certifies Lifemapping and Strengths coaches through ICCI, and teaches clinical mental health counselors at Phoenix Seminary and DMin students in marriage and family at Dallas Seminary.
