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This is the first book to apply Dr. Ellis's famous "Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy" principles to intimate relationships. The seven guidelines for better couple communication offered in this user-friendly guide emphasize non-blaming acceptance, integrity, mutual support, appreciation, replacing irrational ideas and expectations with realistic attitudes. Dozens of real-life couple vignettes show readers how they can readily learn and implement the seven guidelines in their own lives.

Dr. Ellis's realistic, objective perspective provides practical and authoritative guidance couples can use to improve their relationships -- no "pie-in-the-sky" solutions. MAKING INTIMATE CONNECTIONS is an effective resource for couples seeking greater closeness, intimate partners who are willing to make "unilateral" changes, marriage and family therapists -- a breakthrough relationship guide from the father of rational therapy.

User Reviews about Making Intimate Connections: Seven Guidelines for Great Relationships and Better Communication (Rebuilding Books)

This book is unique because it teaches concrete skills that people can use to improve their relationships. The point is that if people are responsible for themselves and their own thoughts and emotions and unilaterally accept others, they will feel happier in their relationships, be more open to improving their own weaknesses with their partner's help, influence their partners positively, and accept their own and their partner's flaws. It's probably most helpful for people who are already in committed relationships but have reached a kind of "standoff" or withdrawal from their partners, but know they still love them and want to re-connect. On the other hand, the 7 basic skills presents in this book would benefit us all and are useful in all types of relationships, from friendship to parent/child and spouse. -- Love skills