The New Rules of Marriage

By Terrence Real,

Book cover of The New Rules of Marriage: What You Need to Know to Make Love Work

Book description

In his extraordinary new book, Terrence Real, distinguished therapist and bestselling author, presents a long overdue message that women need to hear: You aren’t crazy–you’re right!

Women have changed in the last twenty-five years–they have become powerful, independent, self-confident, and happy. Yet many men remain irresponsible and emotionally detached. They…

Shepherd is reader supported. When you buy books, we may earn an affiliate commission.

Why read it?

4 authors picked The New Rules of Marriage as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

Terrence Real tells it like it is, and his frank and forthright manner is something I truly admire. I got so much from this book because it is practical and motivating. I felt challenged and empowered to be more loving in my relationships, to recognize my own unhelpful behavior, to understand that certain habits can destroy a loving partnership and that great relationships take time to build—and that’s okay.

It's full of bullet points and tools, which I appreciate and can apply more easily, and he also has a strong message for men in his book, something that is lacking…

From Charisse's list on how to create a great relationship.

I picked up this book about 12 years ago. Being a psychotherapist I love, love learning. I love attending workshops (pre-covid) and learning new ways of thinking. New ways of looking at issues. New ways to look at how we get stuck in our relationships and life. Reading this book gave me tools that have transformed my therapy practice and how I work with couples. How I interact with my husband, my sons, and my close friends. It helped me by giving me insight into who I want to be in a relationship and it gave me self-worth as well.…

I absolutely worship the ground this groundbreaking therapist walks on. Terrence Real is the go-to guy not only for anyone whose relationship is in trouble but for anyone who wants to have a better relationship. I have always struggled with relationships and I wish I had known about Terrence Real’s relational therapy model twenty years ago. Perhaps my first marriage wouldn’t have broken down! I am passionate about couple’s therapy exactly because relationships breakdowns can be one of the most painful experiences we as humans have to go through. Learning how to relate in a healthy way to others is…

From Elisa's list on for personal growth.

Terry starts off by telling women “You’re not crazy, you’re right!” Unfortunately being right is not enough, you need the skills to ask for what you want, in a way that it will be heard and well-received. Terry provides the reader with straightforward tools and insights for transforming relationships. 

From Amy's list on kickass communication.

Want books like The New Rules of Marriage?

Our community of 11,000+ authors has personally recommended 100 books like The New Rules of Marriage.

Browse books like The New Rules of Marriage

5 book lists we think you will like!

Interested in romantic love, marriage, and psychology?

Romantic Love 927 books
Marriage 129 books
Psychology 1,893 books