Making Love Last Forever

If an author told you there were ways you could divorce proof your marriage, would you want to read the book? Anyone serious about staying married definitely should read this book for its insights and wisdom. You might be at the place in your marriage where you are thinking: "I don't want to be in this marriage one more minute." In that case you desperately need the information in this book and some hope.Gary Smalley believes that small changes in behavior are probably what is needed to get others to change their behavior. I tried this for a few days and saw great improvements in how people interacted with me so it seems like it is true! If someone does something mean to you or says something that isn't nice, try doing something extra nice for them like cooking them a fantastic dinner or buying them a gift. Doing good is satisfying on its own and has its own rewards.In this book, Gary Smalley is like a caring friend or counselor who has your best interests at heart. Sure he has made a lot of mistakes in his own marriage but the beauty is that he learned his lessons and became a better person. You may wince at some of the things his wife had to endure and can I just say she seems like a saint. What kept me reading this book was all the funny stories that made me laugh. I must have laughed at least six times. However some of this book reads like a confessional and Gary Smalley sounds like a Choleric Sanguine. So if you have his same personality and are a man, you will find much to learn about this personality type.What I learned from this book was that in marriage you always have to be improving. No matter how long you've been married there is something to learn. I've read over 120 marriage books and this one still taught me a few essential tips to staying married. Marriage is work and seems to me to be a character building activity. Some of this book deals with issues like anger and forgiveness. We all need a good pep talk on those subjects.The reason I took off one star for this book was because there are a few things in this book which are mildly disturbing. An editor should have advised against the telling of the rat story. For people who love animals, this might make you angry. It is a short story and just should not have been included.But aside from that, this book was an enjoyable read. While books do help us see our mistakes and help us make improvements much is to be said for God supplying us with happiness, contentment and love. When we expect another human being to do that job, they sometimes fail. Circumstances are sure to change and God's love is constant. Don't ever doubt too that prayer works. God can work behind the scenes to improve a bad situation for the better. In marriage you should pray a lot!~The Rebecca Review

on my top ten of best recommended marriage building books

Good book, has not saved my marriage yet. Guess we need to follow the book and read it again.

Really great book for couples who actually are trying to gain a better understanding of loving and respecting each other.

The most beneficial chapter deals with personality trait and viewpoint differences that make all the difference in how people understand and relate to each other. It's worth it just for that information. It is easy to understand and good examples. I have recommended it to many people who have benefited as well.

I read it twice and I really enjoyed it and by reading it twice I grasped more of what the author was trying to get across.

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Excellent way to maintain your marriage and communications long term

I've read a number of self-help / counselling books, but none ever quite hit the head on the Nail like this. I couldn't recommend a better book.I bought and read this a few years ago, since then I’ve tried to reread it bought multiple copies to give away.I’ve wanted to be healed and be able to love others and not known why I never could very well, I’d say this book is a big piece of the puzzle and will leave the reader with tools and insight that I haven’t found elsewhere.Excellent book, thank you for writing this!