Listen up, folks! It's time to shift our focus from individual self-improvement to the amazing potential of our relationships. This audiobook, narrated by none other than Bruce Springsteen... I mean, Terrence Real, the renowned family therapist and bestselling author of The New Rules of Marriage, is here to guide us on this transformative journey.
Now, you might be thinking, "Why should I bother with this relationship stuff?" Well, let me tell you, friends, there's nothing more challenging and yet more vital than learning how to love our partners in all their messy, beautiful humanness. In a society plagued by toxic individualism, Real sees firsthand how this poisonous mindset infiltrates and destroys intimate relationships. But fear not! There is hope, and Real has the tools to help us create warmer, closer, and more passionate connections.
In Us, Real takes a deep dive into our winner-takes-all culture and its detrimental effects on our families. He shows us the repetitive fights that lead nowhere and the heartbreaking experience of partners living "alone together." But don't worry, he's not just here to scare us. Real's got a plan, and he's ready to guide us towards a relationship built on compassion, collaboration, and closeness.
Prepare to have your mind blown, my friends, as Real unveils a whole new science-backed skillset that will revolutionize the way you approach your relationship. Say goodbye to knee-jerk reactions and hello to your wiser, more collaborative self. Through captivating storytelling, Real shares the inspiring stories of couples who have saved their relationships using these very skills. And he doesn't stop there – he zooms out to examine the dysfunctional culture that perpetuates our struggles.
So, if you and your partner feel trapped in separate corners of "you" and "me," fret not! This audiobook will be your guiding light back to the glorious land of "us." Get ready to embark on the journey toward a true, fulfilling relationship. And hey, here's a bonus – you'll even get a downloadable PDF with helpful charts and diagrams to accompany your listening experience.
So sit back, relax, and let Terrence Real's wise words and Bruce Springsteen's hypnotic voice lead you to a better, more connected "us."