Happy for the Long Haul: a Practical Guide to Creating Marriage That Goes Distance

The average couple goes to therapy seven years too late-but with Happy for the Long Haul, there's no need to wait.From seasoned couples therapist Iona Monk, MA, this guide offers deeply human and relatable insight for building a relationship that stands the test of time. Drawing on twenty-five years of clinical practice and almost thirty years of marriage, Monk offers proven tools and strategies that will help readers identify, name, and dismantle the toxic barriers that undermine trust, intimacy, and understanding in relationships. Real-life stories and practical exercises illustrate: - How to get unstuck after blocked connection- How good intentions can go bad and how to prevent it from happening in the first place- How to create a secure foundation for maintaining a loving and satisfying relationship With clarity, humor, and insight, Happy for the Long Haul will empower couples to restore closeness and communication in their relationships from the comfort of their own homes in order to build a bond that goes the distance.