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The 5 Stages of a Relationship Every Couple Goes Through

By Linda Carroll — 2020

The five stages of a relationship are the Merge, Doubt and Denial, Disillusionment, the Decision, and Wholehearted Love. Every single relationship moves through these five stages—though not only once.

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Creating Love: The Next Great Stage of Growth

John Bradshaw’s bestselling books and compelling PBS series have touched and changed millions of lives.

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John Bradshaw
1994
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If you love deeply, you’re going to get hurt badly. But it’s still worth it.

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C. S. Lewis
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When You Realize How Perfect Everything Is: A Conversation About Life Between Grandfather and Grandson

Go on a journey of wonder and grace with NY Times bestselling author Bernie Siegel, MD and his grandson, Charlie Siegel.

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Bernie S. Siegel, Charlie Siegel
2020
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Bradshaw On: The Eight Stages of Man (1982) E6: They Lived Happily Ever After

Episode Six: They Lived Happily Ever After. Psychologist/Theologian John Bradshaw traces human life through eight stages of psychosocial development (based on the works of Erik Erikson) focusing on the ego needs and strengths of each stage.

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John Bradshaw
2016
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33:30

Big Think Interview with Helen Fisher

A conversation with the biological anthropologist and Rutgers University professor Helen Fisher

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Helen Fisher
2012
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Post-Romantic Stress Disorder: What to Do When the Honeymoon Is Over

In Post-Romantic Stress Disorder (PRSD), Bradshaw gives readers a clear explanation of the difference between falling in love, lust, and true love. Based on his research, PRSD is a deeply serious psychological disorder and the cause of 40% of all divorces –divorces that could have been prevented.

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John Bradshaw
2014
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A Natural History of Love

The bestselling author of A Natural History of the Senses now explores the allure of adultery, the appeal of aphrodisiacs, and the cult of the kiss.

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Diane Ackerman
1995
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Affection is responsible for nine-tenths of whatever solid and durable happiness there is in our natural lives.

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C. S. Lewis
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Love is something more stern and splendid than mere kindness.

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C. S. Lewis
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Tenzin Palmo Jetsunma - the Difference Between Genuine Love and Attachment

Tenzin Palmo Jetsunma interviewed about romanticism that makes us confuse genuine love with attachment - and how it causes suffering in relationships.

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Jetsunma Tenzin Palmo
2016
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Romantic Relationships