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ISBN:
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9785844501487
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Publisher:
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Христофор
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Publication date:
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2007
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Pages:
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253
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Cover:
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Soft
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Product dimensions:
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5.5” (w) x 8”(h) x 0.5”(d)
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Book Overview
"Love Must Be Tough" is a groundbreaking approach to resolving marital conflict by world-renowned psychologist Dr. James Dobson. This book provides a practical strategy for those whose marriages are on the brink of collapse due to infidelity, emotional coldness, or a partner's lack of respect.
Key Themes:
- The "Tough Love" Principle: Instead of pleading with a drifting spouse to stay (which usually pushes them further away), Dobson advocates for a strategy of confident self-respect.
- Establishing Boundaries: How to draw a clear line in the relationship that protects your dignity and forces your partner to face the consequences of their actions.
- The Psychology of Attraction: Why over-dependency and "clinging" kill romance, and how creating healthy distance can help rekindle a partner's interest.
- Hope in Crisis: The author provides a step-by-step guide on how to behave during the most painful moments to maximize the chances of reconciliation.
Why Read This Book:
This book is not about "punishing" a spouse; rather, it is about creating an environment where reconciliation becomes possible through the restoration of mutual respect.