Happy Together, James O. Pawelski, PhD
Happy Together, James O. Pawelski, PhD
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Happy Together
Using the Science of Positive Psychology to Build Love That Lasts

Author: James O. Pawelski, PhD, Suzann Pileggi Pawelski, MAPP

Narrator: Coleen Marlo

Unabridged: 6 hr 29 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Tantor Media

Published: 01/16/2018

Includes: Bonus Material Bonus Material Included


Synopsis

In fairy tales, lasting love just happens. But in real life, healthy habits are what build happiness over the long haul. Happy Together, written by positive psychology experts and husband-and-wife team Suzann Pileggi Pawelski and James O. Pawelski, is the first book on using the principles of positive psychology to create thriving romantic relationships. Combining extensive scientific research and real-life examples, this book will help you find and feed the good in yourself and your partner. You will learn to develop key habits for building and sustaining long-term love by:

● Promoting a healthy passion

● Prioritizing positive emotions

● Mindfully savoring experiences together

● Seeking out strengths in each other

Through easy-to-follow methods and fun exercises, you'll learn to strengthen your partnership, whether you're looking to start a relationship off on the right foot, weather difficult times, reignite passion, or transform a good marriage into a great one.

About James O. Pawelski, PhD

James O. Pawelski, PhD, is Professor of Practice and Director of Education in the Positive Psychology Center at the University of Pennsylvania, where he cofounded the Master of Applied Positive Psychology (MAPP) program with Martin Seligman. The Founding Executive Director of IPPA, he is currently leading a three-year, multi-million-dollar grant investigating connections between the science of well-being and the arts and humanities. An international keynote speaker, he has presented in more than twenty countries on six continents, including "Romance and Research" (TM) workshops with his wife, Suzie. He is frequently featured in the media, including the New York Times, U.S. News and World Report, Philadelphia Inquirer, and The Today Show.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Brian on October 12, 2023

Want to learn how to integrate Ancient Wisdom + Modern Science + Practical Tools to optimize your relationship? This book is it! I HIGHLY recommend it. “We are now excited to be able to present this work in book format. And we offer it to all those who are—or hope to be—in romantic relationships and......more

Goodreads review by Haley on May 18, 2018

Easy to read and good for you/the people you love......more

Goodreads review by Jared on February 06, 2020

Good advice on how to avoid codependency in relationships. I benefited a lot reading about the inherent problems of “obsessive love” or as the book illustrates, Jerry Maguire syndrome. Finding someone to “complete me” is my modus operandi in relationships and I am grateful for the insights and advic......more

Goodreads review by Danielle on November 09, 2021

Quick read with some helpful exercises to boost your relationship.......more

Goodreads review by Gr(Ace) on January 18, 2019

Unfortunately heteronormative, but some really good takeaways and exercises within for a better relationship and sense of self.......more