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Building Bonds: A Relationship Library

Practical, science-backed ways to date better, love deeper, and stay connected.

11 Books•About 2 Hours•8 Likes

1. Foundations of Love

What is love, really? Start here to explore its definition and expression.

All About Love

★ 4.0bell hooks

Philosophy

Philosophical exploration of love.

The Five Love Languages

★ 4.2Gary Chapman, Gary D. Chapman

Sex & Relationships

Decode how partners express care.

Conversations on Love

★ 4.2Natasha Lunn

Sex & Relationships

Dialogue for emotional growth.

2. Attraction & Dating

Ditch the games. Find connection through authentic confidence and modern dating insights.

Models

★ 4.3Mark Manson

Sex & Relationships

Honest approach to modern dating.

Why Men Love Bitches

★ 3.8Sherry Argov

Sex & Relationships

Empowering confidence in dating.

The Practice of Love

★ 3.9Jay Shetty

Sex & Relationships

Practical steps to find and keep love.

3. Emotional Connection

Turn conversations into connection and build a truly deep emotional bond.

Eight Dates

★ 4.2John Gottman, Julie Schwartz Gottman, Doug Abrams, Rachel Carlton Abrams

Sex & Relationships

Guided conversations for intimacy.

4. Deep Intimacy & Growth

Fuel lasting desire and grow together through the complexities of mature love.

Mating in Captivity

★ 4.2Esther Perel

Sex & Relationships

Balancing desire and domestic life.

The Mastery of Love

★ 4.3Don Miguel Ruiz

Personal Development

Toltec wisdom for healthy relationships.

How to Be an Adult in Relationships

★ 4.1David Richo

Sex & Relationships

Mindfulness keys to mature love.

5. Strengthening Marriage

Fortify your partnership with science-backed strategies for a truly resilient bond.

Hold Me Tight

★ 4.1Sue Johnson

Sex & Relationships

Attachment-focused couples framework.

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