The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work

Straightforward in its approach, yet profound in its effect, the principles outlined in this book teach partners new and startling strategies for making their marriage work. Gottman has scientifically analysed the habits of married couples and established a method of correcting the behaviour that puts thousands of marriages on the rocks. He helps couples focus on each other, on paying attention to the small day-to-day moments that, strung together, make up the heart and soul of any relationship. Packed with questionnaires and exercises whose effectiveness has been proven in Dr Gottman's workshops, this is the definitive guide for anyone who wants their relationship to attain its highest potential. 'An eminently practical guide to an emotionally intelligent - and long-lasting - marriage' Daniel Goleman, author of Emotional Intelligence

About the Author

John Gottman revolutionised the study of marriage by using rigorous scientific procedures to observe the habits of married couples. He is a professor of psychology at the University of Washington and co-founder and co-director of The Gottman Institute.

Prizes

Reissued in a brand new cover style. This is a New York Times bestseller, and reprints regularly in Orion paperback. THE SEVEN PRINCIPLES FOR MAKING MARRIAGE WORK contradicts the Mars-Venus school of relationship theory. Gottman's findings, and his heavily attended workshops, have already turned around thousands of faltering marriages. John Gottman has revolutionised the study of marriage and this book is the culmination of his life's work. His groundbreaking research has featured on top US TV shows including Oprah, Good Morning America and 20/20. 'Gottman comes to this endeavour with the best qualifications; he's got the spirit of a scientist and the soul of a romantic' Newsweek. 'If the Clintons could have been given this book as a wedding present, things might have been different. In essence, it is a practical, accessible and effective guide to achieving a harmonious and long-lasting relationship' Irish Independent.