Real Life, Real Love: 7 Paths to a Strong, Lasting Relationship [Hardcover]

Father Albert Cutié (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 3, 2006

The book millions have been waiting for. Available in both English and Spanish.

With his dynamic energy and personal warmth, Father Albert Cutié has captivated millions through his television show "Straight Talk," his radio program "Direct Line with Father Albert," and his syndicated daily newspaper column, "Advice from a Friend." Now, Father Albert offers his insights and guidance on how couples can get past the myths and false images sold to them by the media, overcome relationship problems, and strengthen their love and commitment.

By recognizing and practicing seven emotional and spiritual "paths," couples can learn to speak with an open heart, listen with an open mind, and strengthen their love through good times and bad. And with insights and wisdom gained from his years of pastoral counseling, Father Albert offers realistic, powerful techniques to help couples:

- Build solid foundations
- Respect each other
- Clarify expectations
- Be honest
- Communicate
- Learn to live with differences
- Make a commitment to growth and maturity

For couples seeking to heal the rifts in their relationships, or who simply want to reinforce the bonds that unite them, Real Life, Real Love is an insightful, inspiring, and enlightening guide that will lead them on the right road to harmony and happiness--together.

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

Father Albert's approach, drawn from his counseling experience, is straightforward, well organized and supportive. The seven paths include "building solid foundations," respect, clear expectations, honesty and communication. Readers may get a slight feeling that the Miami-based priest and TV host is telling them what to believe or what is right, rather than giving tools to explore their own approaches to relationships. Some nuggets, however, will help identify a potentially compatible type of person and avoid typical complications. (Jan. 3)
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Review

...[Father Albert] speaks openly to youth and adults, in language that is prejudice-free, accessible, and enriching. -- Shakira, multi-platinum recording artist

...read...Real Life, Real Love and you will discover hope, love and justice at the end of your journey. -- Mrs. Eunice Kennedy Shriver, Founder of the Special Olympics

A highly inspirational book from a most inspirational man -- Andy Garcia, Actor/Director/Producer

This book will become an instant classic, the Bible of loving relationships. -- Judge Marilyn Milian, The People's Court

To know him is to love him, and my life has certainly been enriched by his friendship. -- Cristina Saralegui, host of Univision's The Cristina Show

With...compassion, [Father Albert] talks about...dealing with jealousy and developing autonomy. One of the best books of its kind. --Library Journal, starred review

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 384 pages
• Publisher: Berkley Hardcover (January 3, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0425205428
• ISBN-13: 978-0425205426
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.2 x 1.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (17 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #878,271 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Father Albert Cutié
Father Albert Cutié has had the special privilege of entering millions of homes throughout the world each day with his television and radio talk shows, as well as, his newspaper advice columns. His first self-help book, Real Life, Real Love (published by Penguin) is available in English and is already a bestseller in Spanish.

Father Albert became Episcopal and announced his decision to continue serving God as a married priest on May 28, 2009. He was originally ordained a priest in the Roman Catholic Church for the Archdiocese of Miami on the 13th of May, 1995. In addition to his work in the media, he served as a parish priest in several parishes in South Florida. He was President and General Director of Pax Catholic Communications (home of Radio Peace and Radio Paz in Miami). In October of 1998, Father Albert became the first clergyman to host a daily "talk-show" as part of a major network on international secular television. He later continued to host his weekly talk-show, HABLANDO CLARO CON EL PADRE ALBERTO, on the international network EWTN.

He also appears frequently on a variety of television and radio programs in the secular media, presenting faith perspectives on issues which affect our modern-day society. In addition to his work in the media, he is presently serving at The Church of the Resurrection in Biscayne Park, FL. He is a member of several community service organizations and is the first Cuban American to serve as a Trustee of the American Bible Society.

His new book "DILEMMA" is a NY TIMES BESTSELLER. In January 2011, it was announced that Father Albert will begin hosting a new daily Talk Show dealing with a wide range of human issues. Visit his website: www.padrealberto.com

Customer Reviews

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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect for People of All Ages, February 1, 2006

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This review is from: Real Life, Real Love: 7 Paths to a Strong, Lasting Relationship (Hardcover)

What a great book! Fr. Albert offers practical advice for couples of every age and stage in their relationship. While his perspective is deeply rooted in traditional Christian values, he does not hit you over the head with it--because of that, along with his matter-of-fact writing style, I think anybody would appreciate his outlook, regardless of religious/non-religious background. He has an uncanny ability to hit the nail on the head when it comes to describing relationship problems, and is incredibly perceptive when it comes to getting past the surface of them and into the root causes. I really found this book helpful.

16 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Real Book, January 20, 2006

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Javier I. Diaz (Miami Beach, FL) - See all my reviews
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This book is a treasure for everyone, and the style of the author connects the reader with the challenges, and common complexities lived in a relationship. "Real Love, Real Life" helps to face the problems, and also to strength the bonds between a couple. Father Albert has the gift to inspect the humanity of love in order to offer a complete collection of tips in a delightful, positive, and modern writing.

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Read This Book!, March 16, 2006

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Paul Ahr (Miami, FL) - See all my reviews
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I have a confession to make. I wanted to write a little review on Albert Cutie's book, Real Life, Real Love: 7 Paths to a Strong and Lasting Relationship, but each time I wanted to refer to it, someone else had borrowed it.

In my family, my father's brother was a priest, and I recall my father questioning the soundness of my uncle's advice on marriage or child rearing with this question: "What does he know about buying shoes for five children?" I can't evaluate the utility of my uncle's advice on these matters, but as a licensed clinical psychologist and psychotherapist for nearly 35 years, I can say that Father Albert has done an exceptional job of delineating the major relationship issues of our times, and of providing time-honored suggestions on how to approach, build and sustain loving relationships.

The best evidence I can present to make my case is my recent experience: Real Life, Real Love: 7 Paths to a Strong and Lasting Relationship was being passed around among family and friends aged 25 to 75. The suggestions that Father Albert puts forth are reasonable, helpful, and hauntingly similar to the advice I have given across my professional desk for many years. For many readers, especially those who respond to intelligent self-help approaches to relationship issues, this is a good, and helpful resource.