Good Relationship Books

[Needingadvice22]

I'm looking for a book my wife and I can read and talk about together. We need to learn better communication skills with each other. We are struggling to see when something is a control issue or when it is a legitimate concern that I should be sensitive to. Perhaps personal boundaries? She has abandonment issues among others from her childhood. I know a book won't solve all of these issues, but it could be a good start to open dialogue. Prefer something non Christian and preferably poly friendly.

 

[opalescent]

Here you go: https://www.morethantwo.com/book

 

[Needingadvice22]

I'm not thinking a full on poly book is what we need right now. But thanks for the suggestion. At this point that will seem like pushing something on her that our relationship isn't ready for anyways.

 

[Nadya]

How about The Five Love Languages? It is written from a Christian traditional (monogamous) viewpoint, but the reader can ignore that part. I liked it, even though I am non-religious and poly.

 

[Needingadvice22]

We have read that one and it was definitely helpful if nothing else than to open dialogue about how we each feel loved in different ways.

Has anybody ever read this one?

http://www.amazon.com/Crucial-Conve...1771328/ref=zg_bs_4729_10/190-6485231-0591346

It's not specifically for relationships, but could be great to help us learn how to communicate better. And could help me be a better boss at the same time.

 

[Nadya]

Quite so many people have recommended the book Nonviolent Communication.

 

[PinkPig]

Quite so many people have recommended the book Nonviolent Communication.

I'm reading this book and finding it useful.

 

[kdt26417]

Try this: Some recommended books on growth and communication