How Can I Get Through to You? [antikvár]

Introduction If this book has found its way into your hands, then there is a good chance that you are concerned about your relationship. Odds are you are searching for a way to make things better, more Hke what they once were or Hke you had hoped they would be. Before going any farther, I first want to say this: Congratulations! Congratulations for having the courage to admit that your relationship isn't perfect, and the humility to seek help. You have already taken the first step toward greater fulfillment. You will find no quick fixes in this book, however, no Band-Aids or false reassurances. I advise you at the outset: This path you are just beginning is not an easy one. If you want to be truly close to the people you love, if you want to sustain real passion and authenticity, you will have to work for it, not just once or twice, but every day. And you will have to take risks. Love is not for the faint of heart. So what concerns you, exactly? Maybe you're a man trying to figure out how to make things work better between you and your partner. If so, you're a pretty enlightened guy just for having an interest in a relationship book. The overwhelming probability, however, is that you are a woman concerned about your male partner. Whether you are a male or female reader, relationship concerns are varied and occur along a spectrum. Some are chronic but relatively mild—like a partner who is often late. Some problems are short-lived but very intense—like the discovery of a superficial sexual encounter. Many problems are both long-lived and severe—like chronic anger, irresponsibility, uncommunicativeness, and sub- 17