reconnect: insights and tools for cultivating meaningful connection in your marriage

by Steve Call

In this powerful guidebook for couples seeking renewed connection, Dr. Call explains that when we become more aware of the myriad factors that contribute to disconnection, we can develop new understanding and strategies that promote deeper connection and healing interaction. This book will help you and your spouse to: understand and change dynamics that disrupt connection; gain insight into the destructive effects of hurt, shame, and blame; recognize how past trauma impacts your relationship; learn strategies for staying connected in the midst of conflict; cultivate intimacy through play; and finally, discover insights, tools, and techniques that will help you navigate the hopeful path toward reconnection.

Genres: Marriage, Psychology, Nonfiction

148 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 8, 2019

Reviews

[Maleah · Rating 4 out of 5]

A simple, easy to read book filled with a ton of important (and I think crucial) information for making marriages work, starting with taking a look at our earliest primary attachments. I found this book to be a bit redundant compared to other marriage books out there--and you likely will as well if you've read anything by John Gottman, Sue Johnson, or Brene Brown (among others). But I like that it is concise and consolidated into one quick read.

[Christina Jensen · Rating 5 out of 5]

So helpful for my marriage and full of really great examples and tips for marriage. The author was very real and shared lots of personal examples but relatable ones. I learned so much from the chapters on battling shame, staying connected in conflict and triggers. The tools will be very helpful and ones I plan to use. I plan to reread the book with my husband and spend lots of time on the end of each chapter questions!

[Anne Snyder · Rating 5 out of 5]

I don't give very many books 5 stars, but this one was excellent. Please read it, especially if you're married, but even if not. It is easy to read, and very hope-filled when it speaks about how you can connect, and what factors contribute to disconnection.

[Zoe · Rating 4 out of 5]

Call`s book is full of helpful, practical insights to understand the imbedded dynamics we all bring to our relationships. Going back to our earliest bonding relationships, and how they relate to current day.

[Alfie Mosse · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed Dr Call's book. The connections he makes between shame, past trauma, triggers and current behavior and patterns made a lot of sense to me. The writing was accessible and the examples and case studies relevant and practical. A good multi-reader.

[Jason · Rating 2 out of 5]

Good, high-level ideas. Redundant examples. References the Gottmans, which I would recommend over this. Basic concepts that are a good reminder, but mostly this is very superficial.