Strong - by Kristal DeSantis (Paperback)

About the Book

"The traditional roles of men and women in relationships are changing rapidly, and men are looking for ways to distinguish themselves as high-value partners in the current relationship landscape. Strong: a relationship field guide for the modern man distills the existing research on mental health and relationship science into the six essential green flags a modern woman is looking for in a man. In this book, you will find: Self-regulation skills for healthy conflict; Tips for increasing your emotional connection; The types of sexual desire and tips on nurturing pleasure; The five love languages and how you and your partner may differ; The four positions of a constructive conversation; Tools for repair after conflict; The role of attachment styles and trauma in relationships . . . and so much more. Strong provides the motivated modern man with immediately applicable tools and skills to step up his relational game and come out on top."--

Book Synopsis

The traditional roles of men and women in relationships are changing rapidly, and men are looking for ways to distinguish themselves as high-value partners in the current relationship landscape.

STRONG: A Relationship Field Guide for the Modern Man distills the existing research on mental health and relationship science into the six essential green flags a modern woman is looking for in a man.

In this book, you will find:

- Self-regulation skills for healthy conflict

- Tips for increasing your emotional connection

- The types of sexual desire and tips on nurturing pleasure

- The five love languages and how you and your partner may differ

- The four positions of a constructive conversation

- Tools for repair after conflict

- The role of attachment styles and trauma in relationships

. . . and so much more.

STRONG provides the motivated modern man with immediately applicable tools and skills to step up his relational game and come out on top.

Review Quotes

"Finally, a guidebook for men that gives us the tools to help us become not just the best partners we can be, but the best versions of ourselves. STRONG is a straightforward and easy-to-follow guide to healthy relationships for men that gives tangible, applicable information on becoming emotionally, mentally, and relationally STRONG. It is a must-read for any man invested in being a healthy person, loving partner, and present parent."

- Justin Baldoni, filmmaker and author

"I've been married for twenty-eight years and thought I knew everything about relationships. While reading STRONG, I realized how wrong I was! Yes, I knew the basics-the need for communication and treating your partner with respect and daily kindness-but the author helps us understand relationships on a granular level and offers myriad strategies for improvement. Did you ever think you 'knew' football but then listened to an NFL coach break down the Xs and Os and you realized how much you didn't know? This book is kind of like that. It's also a fun and easy read."

- David Aretha, award-winning author

"Kristal DeSantis, M.A., LMFT, has written a book for men not because 'men are the problem, ' but because, in our changing world, a resource to help men understand what a healthy relationship looks like for us is crucial. DeSantis, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, offers men the basic tenets of a healthy, equal, modern relationship. Step one, understanding that a healthy marriage isn't about men "keeping our wives happy." It's about creating relationships in which all parties can thrive. This is a book for men by a woman who gets our challenges and offers concrete ways to help us grow. I strongly recommend it."

- Mark Greene, author of The Little #MeToo Book for Men

"Kristal has written a thought-provoking book that will genuinely help men and women who are frustrated and confused by the present state of modern relationships. This is a book written by someone who seems to have a very clear understanding of both sides of the relationship fence."

- James Macdonald, author of First Time Dad - A 42-Week Guide For Men To Help Your Partner Have A Calm & Confident Pregnancy