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The Love Secret

The revolutionary new science of romantic relationships

Sue Johnson author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Little, Brown Book Group

Published:16th Jan '14

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This insightful book reveals that lasting love is achievable, challenging the notion that enduring relationships are impossible. In The Love Secret, readers learn how to foster deep connections.

In The Love Secret, Dr. Sue Johnson presents groundbreaking research that reveals the innate human capacity for lasting love. She argues that humans are biologically designed for long-term partnerships, countering the prevalent narrative of fleeting relationships perpetuated by media portrayals of infidelity and cynicism. By integrating her own studies with established attachment theory, Dr. Johnson provides a fresh perspective that challenges the belief that enduring romantic connections are unattainable.

The book delves into the science behind emotional bonding, illustrating how our brains function when we form stable, loving relationships. Dr. Johnson emphasizes that the concept of monogamy is not only natural but also essential for our emotional well-being. Through compelling evidence, she reassures readers that a fulfilling romantic relationship is well within reach, encouraging them to embrace the potential for deep connection.

Readers of The Love Secret will find practical insights and strategies to foster lasting love in their own lives. Dr. Johnson’s engaging style makes complex scientific concepts accessible, empowering individuals to challenge the pessimistic views surrounding modern relationships. By the end of the book, you will be equipped with the knowledge and tools to cultivate a loving partnership, reinforcing the message that love is not just possible, but a fundamental part of the human experience.

This book is an absolute must for anyone who wants to understand how Love Makes Sense. Sue Johnson covers all the new science, and she has led the scientific field in helping us all understand love and how to repair an ailing relationship. The book is a real page-turner, an easy read that will enlighten all of us who want to build a lasting and secure bond filled with romance and passion. We need no longer wander around in the darkness, stumbling from one disastrous relationship to another. Read this book and learn how to create a life that is a safe haven for love John M. Gottman, PhD, author of What Makes Love Last? A life-changing book! Dr. Johnson elucidates the science of love, convincingly demonstrating the underlying emotional logic of relationships. In an entertaining way, she gives us practical, down-to-earth examples and exercises to help us develop our 'love sense.' It will enrich the lives of all who read it Richard Lannon, MD, coauthor of A General Theory of Love You won't find a better book combining wonderful insight, practical wisdom, and the latest science of relationships. Plus the passion of a psychologist intent on making the world safe for the kind of intimacy we all long for William J. Doherty, PhD, author of Take Back Your Marriage This book is an absolute must for anyone who wants to understand how Love Makes Sense. Sue Johnson covers all the new science, and she has led the scientific field in helping us all understand love and how to repair an ailing relationship. The book is a real page-turner, an easy read that will "Sue Johnson, the developer of Emotion Focused Couple Therapy, has written a powerful book on the science of securely bonded marriages. Dr. Johnson's very human and inspiring approach to relationships will keep the reader mesmerized Barry McCarthy, PhD, author of Rekindling Desire Sue Johnson sees no contradiction in viewing love as biology and poetry, physiology and romance. For her, love is the hard won endowment of our evolutionary history and a source of hope a world of uncertainty and danger. With this book, Sue reveals that love is scientifically understandable. She emerges not only as a world authority on love's repair, but also on its underlying, neural, physiological and psychological structure James Coan, PhD, Professor of Clinical Psychology and Director of the Virginia Affective Neuroscience Laboratory at the University of Virginia. Dr. Sue Johnson creates fascinating and enlightening connections between cutting-edge research, professional applications of research in marital therapy, and scores of apt case examples and engaging exercises for people who struggle with relationship difficulties. Besides being an excellent researcher, theorist, and clinician, Johnson has a unique gift for inspiring and motivating other therapists and nonprofessional readers. With genuine enthusiasm and admirable clarity, she shows how emotion-focused therapy, guided by attachment theory and research, can heal troubled relationships while benefiting society more generally. This is a wonderful, uplifting, energizing book Phillip R. Shaver, PhD, Distinguished Professor of Psychology, University of California, Davis; Past President, International Association for Relationship Research This inspirational book promises to change the way we think and help us develop long-lasting, positive relationships ... essential reading for those embarking on a career in counselling, and also enriching for all readers. The Lady

ISBN: 9780749955533

Dimensions: 233mm x 152mm x 26mm

Weight: 470g

352 pages