"Most people spend far more time in preparation for their vocation than they do in preparation for marriage," - Dr Gary Chapman With over 35 years of experience in marriage counselling, best-selling author Dr Gary Chapman believes that divorce stems from the lack of preparation for marriage and the failure to learn...
"Most people spend far more time in preparation for their vocation than they do in preparation for marriage," - Dr Gary Chapman
With over 35 years of experience in marriage counselling, best-selling author Dr Gary Chapman believes that divorce stems from the lack of preparation for marriage and the failure to learn the skills of working together as intimate teammates. So he put together this practical little book, packed with wisdom and tips that will help readers develop the loving, supportive and mutually beneficial marriage they long for. It's the type of information Gary himself wished he had before he got married! This is not a book simply to be read. It is a book to be experienced. The material lends itself to heart-felt discussions by dating or engaged couples. To jump-start the exchanges, each short chapter includes insightful "Talking it Over" questions and suggestions. Also included are references to helpful interactive websites and further reading. By understanding and balancing the five key aspects of life, dating couples can experience a healthy dating relationship.
Gary Chapman writes, "Most people spend far more time in preparation for their vocation than they do in preparation for marriage." No wonder the divorce rate hovers around fifty percent. Bestselling author and marriage counselor Gary Chapman hopes to change that with his newest book. Gary, with more than 35 years of experience counseling couples, believes that divorce is the lack of preparation for marriage and the failure to learn the skills of working together as intimate teammates.
So he put together this practical little book, packed with wisdom and tips that will help many develop the loving, supportive and mutually beneficial marriage men and women long for. It's the type of information Gary himself wished he had before he got married. The material lends itself to heart-felt discussions by dating or engaged couples. To jump-start the exchanges, each short chapter includes insightful "Talking it Over" questions and suggestions. And, the book includes information on interactive websites as well as books that will enhance the couples experience.
Dr. Chapman even includes a thought-provoking appendix. By understanding and balancing the five key aspects of life, dating couples can experience a healthy relationship. A revealing learning exercise is included at the end.
"Most people spend far more time in preparation for their vocation than they do in preparation for marriage," - Dr Gary Chapman With over 35 years of experience in marriage counselling, best-selling author Dr Gary Chapman believes that divorce stems from the lack of preparation for marriage and the failure to learn...
"Most people spend far more time in preparation for their vocation than they do in preparation for marriage," - Dr Gary Chapman
With over 35 years of experience in marriage counselling, best-selling author Dr Gary Chapman believes that divorce stems from the lack of preparation for marriage and the failure to learn the skills of working together as intimate teammates. So he put together this practical little book, packed with wisdom and tips that will help readers develop the loving, supportive and mutually beneficial marriage they long for. It's the type of information Gary himself wished he had before he got married! This is not a book simply to be read. It is a book to be experienced. The material lends itself to heart-felt discussions by dating or engaged couples. To jump-start the exchanges, each short chapter includes insightful "Talking it Over" questions and suggestions. Also included are references to helpful interactive websites and further reading. By understanding and balancing the five key aspects of life, dating couples can experience a healthy dating relationship.
Gary Chapman writes, "Most people spend far more time in preparation for their vocation than they do in preparation for marriage." No wonder the divorce rate hovers around fifty percent. Bestselling author and marriage counselor Gary Chapman hopes to change that with his newest book. Gary, with more than 35 years of experience counseling couples, believes that divorce is the lack of preparation for marriage and the failure to learn the skills of working together as intimate teammates.
So he put together this practical little book, packed with wisdom and tips that will help many develop the loving, supportive and mutually beneficial marriage men and women long for. It's the type of information Gary himself wished he had before he got married. The material lends itself to heart-felt discussions by dating or engaged couples. To jump-start the exchanges, each short chapter includes insightful "Talking it Over" questions and suggestions. And, the book includes information on interactive websites as well as books that will enhance the couples experience.
Dr. Chapman even includes a thought-provoking appendix. By understanding and balancing the five key aspects of life, dating couples can experience a healthy relationship. A revealing learning exercise is included at the end.
Things I Wish I'd Known Before We Got Married$22.99
Bought this as a gift for a couple as an engagement present. I wish I had a book like this to read prior to my own marriage! I think it would have helped a lot.
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Rated 3 out of 5 stars
3 years ago
Good book with some helpful points
Gary Chapman's book has some solid wisdom. I appreciated his discussions on arguments, apologising, forgiveness, and chores especially. There are also some good and practical steps provided in these areas and helpful study questions after each chapter. \\n\\nEven so, I did find at many times the book to be quite simplistic, discussing obvious points a little too thoroughly. Also, some of his conclusions (""""personalities never change"""",""""like daughter like mother"""") were presented as objective and unanimous facts, but from experience I don't see these being absolutes. Finally, I was hoping for his arguments to be rooted in Scripture, though perhaps this book, as with 5 Love Languages, is more-so written for a broad audience. \\n\\nOverall, a good book with some helpful points for consideration and application.
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I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
6 years ago
Amazing! Practical Guide for any couple!
This product is a must read for any engaged couple or newly-weds! Chapman was captivating from the start, using humour and spiritual wisdom to guide any couple trough the realities of married life! It was well-laid out and easy to read, and was also surprisingly practical in the most applicable way! Would also recommend the audio book for the male spouse who doesn't like reading!
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I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
7 years ago
A staple for any young adult
Things I wish I'd known, by Gary Chapman is a superb book, easy read, to the point and great for persons at any stage in their relationship. \\r\\n\\r\\nI always recommend this book first when it comes to relationship topics
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I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
7 years ago
Great Read!
A must read for pre-marriage couples! A very easy read that highlights situations not typically discussed or thought of. Gives very practical examples, and is has great discussion points.
