My Recommendation for Reading
Wanting Sex Again: How to Rediscover Your Desire and Heal a Sexless Marriage by Laurie Watson
I recommend this book to all couples who are struggling with low sex-drive. The book discusses a holistic view of sex and intimacy in a relationship. An important piece Watson home is the idea that improving the relationship itself will aid intimacy. This book is the personification of my favorite quote concerning sex: “When does foreplay begin? As soon as sex ends.”
After the Affair, Updated Second Edition by Janis A. Spring
Extramarital affairs are much more common an event that couples suffer and grow through than you may think. This book offers strategies for working through the crisis and rebuilding process after an affair. While this book can be helpful for both sexes, this book is mainly centered towards women who had a partner who was unfateful.
The Truth About Love: The Highs, the Lows, and How You Can Make It Last Forever by Dr. Patricia Love
A fantastic read concerning the truths about love, specifically with a great holistic view on relationships. I really appreciate Dr. Love’s (never noticed the interesting name until now) take on relationships and how she discusses many different dynamics of a relationship. I can guarantee you will learn something new after reading this book.
The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma by Bessel van der Kolk
This book is the book for understanding how trauma impacts the body and the future for individuals who suffer from traumatic experiences. Not only is this helpful for people who have experienced trauma, but also those who know someone who has
Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th Edition: DSM-5
If you are wanting to learn more about mental disorders and treatments associated with those disorders, I’d highly recommend at least renting one from your local library. The purpose of this manual is not to use it as a bible for diagnosing others, but more of a tool to be used by trained professionals. Differential diagnosis is imperative because context can far too often explain how someone who is misdiagnosed.
Beyond Addiction: How Science and Kindness Help People Change
This is a comprehensive book concerning the impact meaningful relationships and optimism can transform relationships and enact positive change for relationships. If you’re wanting to begin looking at addiction through a family perspective, this may be the best book for you.