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    Things I Wish I'd Known Before We Got Married
    Things I Wish I'd Known Before We Got Married
    Things I Wish I'd Known Before We Got Married
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    Things I Wish I'd Known Before We Got Married

    Written by Gary Chapman

    Narrated by Chris Fabry

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    Before you plan your wedding, plan your marriage! Wish you could know what you're getting into when you say "I do"? Now, with Things I Wish I'd Known Before We Got Married, you can. Dr. Gary Chapman, #1 New York Times best-selling author of The 5 Love Languages™, has spent the last thirty-five years counseling couples. In Things I Wish I'd Known Before We Got Married, he shares what he and these couples have learned from experience. Among the twelve things you should know: that being in love is not enough to make a successful marriage, that romantic love has two stages (and how to make the transition), that mutual sexual fulfillment is not automatic, and that personality profoundly affects behavior. The stakes on marriage are high, but the rewards of preparing are even higher. Whether you're single or dating, this audio can be your relationship blueprint and help you decide if and when you're ready to tie the knot. If you're engaged, even recently married, it will help you examine your relationship foundation and learn the skills necessary for building a successful marriage. Things I Wish I'd Known Before We Got Married was written to help you realize your goal of marital happiness. But don't just listen to it-experience it. Grapple with the practical tips and ideas discussed, honestly share your thoughts and feelings, respect each other's opinions, and find workable solutions to your differences. The more you do so, says Chapman, the more you will be prepared for marriage.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherOasis Audio
    Release dateSep 1, 2010
    ISBN9781608147311
    Author

    Gary Chapman

    Gary Chapman--author, speaker, counselor--has a passion for people and for helping them form lasting relationships. He is the #1 bestselling author of The 5 Love Languages series and director of Marriage and Family Life Consultants, Inc. Gary travels the world presenting seminars, and his radio programs air on more than four hundred stations. For more information visit his website at www.5lovelanguages.com.

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    • 5/5
      I'm sooooo inexperienced that I can't speak on the full force power of this book. However, I will take every ounce and drop of wisdom it taught me into my future relationships! This book is simply AMAZING!!! Gary Chapman really has a great reputation with writing deep and necessary books!

      1 person found this helpful

    • 5/5
      So practical! Loved learning from this book. Very fundamental to understanding marriage and the dynamics around it whether you are in it or have a desire to be in it!

      1 person found this helpful

    • 5/5
      Practical and fulfills the purpose that Chapman claims is the purpose for why he wrote the book. May seem like common sense but serves as a great reminder and gives an explicit example that the “common sense” things going into marriage, are not just sayings but a reality. Enjoy this text and I recommend to engaged couples and couples who are in the “serious dating” phase.

      1 person found this helpful

    • 5/5
      Truth be told, I wish I read this book before getting married. But hey, as the saying goes, better later than never.

      1 person found this helpful

    • 5/5
      Very practical. One of the best book i've read on the topic of marriage. I recommend it to those singles who are planning to settle down.

      1 person found this helpful

    • 5/5
      well, it does talk of some good points of discussion like religion, many personality traits, etc etc. It does speak of the idea of reaching an agreement, if you ever want to deep into this topic, you could read "The Third Alternative" by Stephen R. Covey.

      This audiobook has a 5 star quality, recommended.

      1 person found this helpful

    • 5/5
      Critically helpful, every married Christian couple should listen and re-listen to this book.

      1 person found this helpful

    • 5/5
      I think every single, dating, engaged and even married person should read this. It prompts you to examine yourself and all your expectations (and have a discussion about them with your partner) before making such a big commitment. Basically it’s all about communication and telling each other exactly what you expect so that you can agree or negotiate ready for the future. Glad I read this.

      1 person found this helpful

    • 5/5
      A must read for all couples and singles!!... what a great read, kudos Chapman ?
    • 5/5
      Very practical and informational. Thank you for this book. I love it.
    • 5/5
      Comprehensive, easy to follow and very helpful in all aspects of life relationships!
    • 4/5
      relatively short and concise. good read while working. simple and light.
    • 5/5
      Awesome! You wanna listen to this audio. It's so amazing, helpful and resourceful
    • 5/5
      Highly recommended!!! Well composed and and researched. It has both theoretical foundation and practical application.
    • 5/5
      Very informative and practical. I learnt a lot and will definitely use this as a guideline.
    • 5/5
      The book provides not only the whys but also the hows that flow from the life experiences that have been processed and redeemed by God's love. Chapter by chapter we can see great suggestions for ideal conditions. Yet, we can easily learn and apply the clear value to our context and unideal situation. Problems and the unideal situations are normal.
    • 5/5
      Planning to get married or even to get into a relationship is not something you just leave to chance, hoping that it would work out… it’s a serious matter and this book sets the table for interesting conversations, gets you thinking whether you are ready to take the leap or not…
      Strongly recommend it!
    • 5/5
      I’d highly recommend this book for anyone in a relationship. The earlier topics raised in this book are discussed, the better, to avoid the hurt and pain that accompanies an unsuccessful marriage. Enlightening, thought- provoking and workable.
    • 5/5
      The information in this book is very helpful, thank you very much.
    • 5/5
      Great insight on what to look out for, discussions to have and plans to be out in place before proceeding to marriage.
    • 5/5
      A must read for everyone in a relationship. Please read it if you can.
    • 4/5
      It is a great book to read for couples, Nice
    • 5/5
      I'm single and I'm glad I came across this book just at the right season. Thank you Chapman.
    • 5/5
      A must read (listen) for anyone planning to date and I can't wait to do all the talking overs with my partner.
    • 5/5
      I found this very helpful and practical. It takes you through the many important aspect of marriage for your preparation.
    • 5/5
      I’m glad I read this book. I’ve leant a lot.
    • 5/5
      Great sound advice. The author paints an accurate picture of marriage.
    • 5/5
      This book allowed me to take in consideration allot of related topics and concerns for marriage in the future.
    • 5/5
      Good explanation and insight into the world of marriage.

      Things you need to prepare, differences you need to handle, Chapman elaborate them well in this book!
    • 4/5
      This book is good for single people to read before getting married because the concept about different level of people understanding can let you think what i am doing wrong in relationship and you have clue to find out! How you can remake your relationship.