The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work: A Practical Guide from the Country's Foremost Relationship Expert
Who Would Like This Book:
Looking for a relationship guide actually backed by science? This book delivers! Dr. Gottman distills years of research and observations into clear, actionable principles that make sense whether you’re married, engaged, or even just interested in healthier relationships. Readers love the hands-on exercises, real-life examples, and focus on deepening friendship and emotional connection - not just “fixing” your partner. Therapists and couples alike rave about its practical tools and hopeful message. If you enjoy evidence-based advice, want to boost your communication skills, or prefer self-help that’s truly useful, this one’s for you.
Who May Not Like This Book:
Some readers found the book repetitive, especially with frequent reminders of the author’s credentials and research success. The number of exercises can feel overwhelming if you’re reading solo or prefer less interactive self-help books. Others felt the writing style was dry or that the advice didn’t speak to unique or more serious relationship challenges. If you’re looking for quick fixes, storytelling, or a super concise guide, you might not vibe with this one.
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'The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work' by John M. Gottman and Nan Silver is a practical guide that delves deep into core principles essential for fostering strong and lasting relationships. Dr. Gottman draws upon his extensive research and clinical experience to outline actionable strategies that allow readers to understand the dynamics within their relationship and cultivate a deeper connection with their partner. is praised for its universal applicability, offering valuable insights regardless of the stage of the relationship, and is commended for its practical nature with real-life examples and exercises that make the advice accessible and relatable.
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From The Publisher:
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - Over a million copies sold! "An eminently practical guide to an emotionally intelligent-and long-lasting-marriage."-Daniel Goleman, author of Emotional Intelligence
The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work has revolutionized the way we understand, repair, and strengthen marriages. John Gottman's unprecedented study of couples over a period of years has allowed him to observe the habits that can make-and break-a marriage. Here is the culmination of that work: the seven principles that guide couples on a path toward a harmonious and long-lasting relationship.
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Lots of good discussion questions in here to work through with a partner. But a few of the chapters are a too much, "Men are horrible and need to fix themselves."
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About the Author:
JOHN GOTTMAN, a leading research scientist on marriage and family, is emeritus professor of psychology at the University of Washington; executive director of his laboratory, the Relationship Research Institute; and cofounder of the Gottman Institute. He held an NIMH research scientist career award for twenty years. Dr. Gottman is the author of more than two hundred professional journal articles and forty-two books, as well as the recipient of numerous prestigious awards for his extensive contributions to marriage and family research.
NAN SILVER is a former editor in chief of Health magazine and coauthor, with Dr. Gottman, of What Makes Love Last: and Why Marriages Succeed or Fail.
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