The 10 Conversations You Must Have Before You Get Married (And How to Have Them)

Book excerpt: "First comes love, then comes marriage," says the popular song. But saying "I do" isn't quite the carefree process those lyrics imply; with divorce rates skyrocketing, it can be a downright frightening prospect. In "The Ten Conversations You Must Have Before You Get Married," clinical psychologist, marriage counselor, and sex therapist Dr. Guy Grenier guides couples through the minefield of marriage with a comprehensive and easy-to-use program of effective communication strategies. From having kids to careers, family, sex, money, and spirituality, Dr. Grenier focuses on the most essential topics, offering basic guidelines and thoughtful insights to help couples confidently and candidly assess the strength of their potentially long-term relationship. Written in an accessible style and illustrated with real-life case studies from his practice, this book arms couples with practical and effective strategies for forging a lifetime pattern of excellent communication and enhancing the chances for long-term marital bliss.