About The Book

Marriage therapist DeMaria and co-writer Harrar present a short guide to the seven stages of marriage- Passion, Realization, Rebellion, Cooperation, Reunion, Explosion and Completion-along with techniques for "feeling happy, secured and satisfied" in any of them. Told in an upbeat, family-friendly style, most information and advice are specific, practical and reinforced with simple exercises and humanizing anecdotes. This guide will make a helpful addition to a married couple's library. Full of quizzes, checklists, and easy-to-do exercises, this book offers breakthrough advice for navigating the ever-changing path of marriage, based on the wisdom of top marriage experts and a survey of more than 1,000 married couples. 50 illustrations.