Getting Back The Love We Had

Licensed psychologists Francine Beauvoir, PhD, and Bruce Crapuchettes, PhD, know of what they write in the Trilogy, "GETTING BACK THE LOVE WE HAD - Ending the Power Struggle". Crapuchettes dragged Beauvoir to couples therapy kicking and screaming nearly thirty years ago. He was convinced their problems were all her fault, but he quickly learned that it takes two-he was as much responsible for their marital discord as she was, even though he was totally unaware at the time of how that could be true. This series is presented as a Trilogy. Volume One opens with their journey from hanging on by a thread to moving to marital connection and happiness. The book quickly moves into how you and your partner can develop and nurture a fulfilling and successful relationship that lasts a lifetime. Beauvoir and Crapuchettes include their answers to 126 questions asked by real couples in their weekly blog for couples, 42 in each of the three volumes. Their answers are sure to help you address some of your relational issues. The authors also offer readers a "Joke of the Day"-because, "A belly laugh a day keeps the marital therapist away!" Answers to couples questions are based on "The six pillars of building a healthy relationship". The authors introduce the "Formal Dialogue" process for improving communication and hope you will practice it. Volume Two, sub-titled, "Rebuilding Our Dream" starts out with an exciting chapter by Harville Hendrix and Helen LaKelly Hunt recounting the story of couplehood from the beginning of time to the present. This history cuts to the heart of being human, namely, that the essence of our being is relational rather than individual. Within this context, the authors invite you to develop a "Relationship Vision" together - what your ideal relationship would look like in an ideal world. Volume Three is sub-titled, "A New Focus On Each Other". It draws a parallel between the "Formal Dialogue" and mindfulness. Essential to creating safety is also learning how to ask for what you need in a positive manner. They will guide you on that path.