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Love That Lasts - Fourteen Secrets to a More Joyful, Passionate, and Fulfilling Marriage
Nearly every couple has some degree of difficulty in their marriage. Most are resigned to it, but Gary and Joy Lundberg believe there is a solution. Drawing on their expertise as a marriage counselor and as marriage workshop leaders, Gary and Joy Lundberg assert this doesn't have to be so. In Love That Lasts, they reveal the fourteen secrets every spouse should know to keep marriage joyful, passionate and fulfilling. These secrets cover everything from finances and parenting to communication and intimacy, from being each other's best friend to preserving a sense of humor, and the surprising power of courtesy. The Lundbergs address the differing needs of men and women and offer sensitive, realistic, and easy-to-understand solutions to healing the hurt, enhancing communication, and achieving emotional satisfaction. Brimming with fresh ideas and advice that works, this book is filled with stories of couples who have changed their marriages for the better. Love That Lasts also includes practical exercises, quizzes, tips, techniques and topics for discussion that will help you understand and make the most of your relationship.
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231 pages, Paperback
First published April 28, 2009
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August 3, 2011
This was one of the books that was chosen at my book club and it does have some really great insights. I just can't figure out why I am not super motivated to read it. There are definitely things I learned that I can improve in my marriage, but at the same time, I realized what a wonderful person I am married to. It did give me a whole new perspective on divorce and I've rethought my previous stance on that one--probably won't hurry anyone into thinking that would be a good idea! Trying to finish it because I know it's good for me....
I finally finished the book and once I slogged through it, I was glad I did. The end ot the book was great, especially the info on finances and getting through the hard times. I realize how lucky I am to be married to my husband!
I finally finished the book and once I slogged through it, I was glad I did. The end ot the book was great, especially the info on finances and getting through the hard times. I realize how lucky I am to be married to my husband!
July 30, 2009
After 16 years of marriage I find great humor in this:
A bride sighed blissfully on her wedding day, “Mom, I’m at the end of all my troubles!” “Yes,” replied her mother, “but at which end?”
This book is a great overview of principles that will help make marriages better and keep them strong through the trials and troubles that face most people through the years.
A bride sighed blissfully on her wedding day, “Mom, I’m at the end of all my troubles!” “Yes,” replied her mother, “but at which end?”
This book is a great overview of principles that will help make marriages better and keep them strong through the trials and troubles that face most people through the years.
December 13, 2009
Love all the helpful activities to do together. Real strategies to implement with partner make this book a great marriage resource.
September 17, 2009
One of the better books on marriage I have read in the past 5 years...good specific exercises to strengthen a marriage.
October 5, 2011
This is a GREAT marriage and relationship book, I have it on my iPod so at least once a week I will turn it on and get some good reminders! Definately worth reading/ listening to.
August 17, 2013
Very good book, I finished the CD last week.
December 28, 2017
This book is excellent. This is the kind of book I will revisit year after year because of the effect it has (and will have) in my life.
Written by a long-time married couple, Love That Lasts is about how to strengthen your marriage in all ways. The Lundbergs discuss secrets to a happier marriage, including communication, finances, parenting, humor, intimacy, kindness, and enduring to the end as a couple. The format of the book is very easy to read with each chapter covering one of the fourteen "secrets," and the book is full of personal experiences of many couples across the country. These anecdotes were my favourite parts because I can see how other couples face their problems and how overcoming them strengthened their marriage. It was also very humbling to read about the trials that others faced because it puts into perspective how blessed I am in my own life, but also how much I need to improve upon.
Although this book is written by an LDS couple and is written primarily for LDS couples, I believe anyone will benefit from the guidance and counsel found within its pages. There is only a very little bit that has references specific to LDS culture. I would honestly recommend this book to anyone looking to create a deeper and more meaningful and loving relationship with their husband or wife.
The most important lesson I learned from Love That Lasts is to always keep your spouse at the top of your list. He or she should be your number one priority and should be the most important person to you. If you make all other decisions based on that thought, your marriage will flourish and your love for them will deepen. Over the past four months that I've been taking my time reading this book, I've been implementing some of the suggestions and I've seen a difference in my own marriage. I've become more patient and I'm learning to love my husband's idiosyncrasies. Next year we even plan to read the book together to strengthen our marriage even more.
Read this review and more on my blog: http://mystoreysofstories.blogspot.co...
Written by a long-time married couple, Love That Lasts is about how to strengthen your marriage in all ways. The Lundbergs discuss secrets to a happier marriage, including communication, finances, parenting, humor, intimacy, kindness, and enduring to the end as a couple. The format of the book is very easy to read with each chapter covering one of the fourteen "secrets," and the book is full of personal experiences of many couples across the country. These anecdotes were my favourite parts because I can see how other couples face their problems and how overcoming them strengthened their marriage. It was also very humbling to read about the trials that others faced because it puts into perspective how blessed I am in my own life, but also how much I need to improve upon.
Although this book is written by an LDS couple and is written primarily for LDS couples, I believe anyone will benefit from the guidance and counsel found within its pages. There is only a very little bit that has references specific to LDS culture. I would honestly recommend this book to anyone looking to create a deeper and more meaningful and loving relationship with their husband or wife.
The most important lesson I learned from Love That Lasts is to always keep your spouse at the top of your list. He or she should be your number one priority and should be the most important person to you. If you make all other decisions based on that thought, your marriage will flourish and your love for them will deepen. Over the past four months that I've been taking my time reading this book, I've been implementing some of the suggestions and I've seen a difference in my own marriage. I've become more patient and I'm learning to love my husband's idiosyncrasies. Next year we even plan to read the book together to strengthen our marriage even more.
Read this review and more on my blog: http://mystoreysofstories.blogspot.co...
June 13, 2022
Basic marriage book, good wholesome insights. Talks about male and female viewpoints, intimacy, money, children, blended families, being a good listener etc. nothing groundbreaking— but all important for a good marriage. Good reminders and a good refresher on how to keep the love abundant in marriage and home.
October 5, 2018
Nothing new, but a good reminder and good advice.
May 6, 2011
I really liked this book - I listened to it while doing housework and really thought they made some great points. Every chapter is a different point that will improve your marriage (14 in all) and at the end they give you pointers on how to apply the principles in your own marriage. Lots of good quotes by prophets and other general authorities on the sanctity of marriage too.
My favorite part was the discussion on "men and women are different and that's a good thing". I had no idea that men's spatial and directional judging abilities are actually better than womens. That is probably part of the reason why I always think Marc is about to go over the edge of a cliff when we drive to Panguitch and he's perfectly reassured that we are very far away from the edge. :)
My favorite part was the discussion on "men and women are different and that's a good thing". I had no idea that men's spatial and directional judging abilities are actually better than womens. That is probably part of the reason why I always think Marc is about to go over the edge of a cliff when we drive to Panguitch and he's perfectly reassured that we are very far away from the edge. :)
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September 7, 2009I had to take the book back to the library before I finished (I was about 2/3 of the way done) but overall I enjoyed it. It had some good points and I liked especially that it had hands-on "to do's" to make your marriage better. Their 14 "secrets" are things we all know we should be doing (but often are not) so they were good reminders to me.
August 24, 2013
I liked the first half of the book a lot better than the last half. By the end I was distracted by the writing style - maybe too preachy? or too informal? or not as well written? Maybe I just noticed it more at the end because I wasn't as involved with the text content. Good refresher/reminder though.
June 22, 2009
I really enjoyed this book it gave me some ideas of ways I can do better in my marriage although that isn't the reason I read it. I want to do some of the assignments in the book too.
February 1, 2010
What a great book. I really enjoyed this book, and it gave some great advice on how to keep your marriage strong. I really enjoy Gary & Joy Lundberg, I would recommend this to all married couples.
March 14, 2011
This was a good book on tape it talked a lot about children and some of the issues mentioned didn't apply but it gave a lot of good advice and some things that I want to start doing.
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September 6, 2012Re-reading this with Marc this time...I love this book.
July 5, 2012
This is a must read for anyone who is married. It gave great practical advice on how to strengthen your marriage. I wish I'd read it years ago!
July 3, 2013
This was one of my favorite marriage books my husband and I got. Really well rounded and lots of personal stories from other's marriages.
November 9, 2013
I loved this book! I heard this couple speak and instantly fell in love. I have the book highlighted, written in and read over and over. I request it all the time!
May 4, 2011
Is LDS version of Married: For Better, Not Worse, by same author.
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