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Key Phrases: loving home life, fulfilling marriage, Laura Larsen, Ethical Society, Little Bear (more...)
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Lois Kellerman, who is a spiritual leader in the Ethical Culture movement, shares stories from her counseling practice and her own experiences in Marriage from the Heart: Eight Commitments of a Spiritually Fulfilling Life Together, written with Nelly Bly. The book centers on eight commitments, or long-term values, that characterize strong and healthy marriages, including placing the marriage at the center of one's life, having reverence for one's partner and oneself and celebrating spiritual values together. The book is well-written, down to the carefully chosen epigraphs that begin many of its sections, and filled with wisdom from many diverse religious traditions.
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In this enlightening guide, pastoral counselor and Ethical Culture Leader Lois Kellerman and coauthor Nelly Bly help couples discover eight core commitments that are the foundation for a deeply fulfilling marriage-Honoring, Caring, Centering, Choosing, Abiding, Repairing, Listening, and Celebrating. These commitments can fortify relationships against everything from betrayal to "dry spells" to fiscal hard times: Filled with touching stories, words of encouragement, and practical exercises, Marriage from the Heart offers spiritual guidance that transcends religion and speaks to every season of married life.

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  • Paperback: 288 pages
  • Publisher: Penguin (Non-Classics) (April 29, 2003)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0142196215
  • ISBN-13: 978-0142196212
  • Product Dimensions: 7.2 x 5 x 0.5 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 6.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #359,559 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Required reading for all couples, May 10, 2002
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Marriage from the Heart: Eight Commitments of a Spiritually Fulfilling Life Together provides vivid, personal stories that beautifully illustrate the eight commitments necessary for a satisfying and healthy marriage. This book provided a special confirmation not only of what works in my thiry-five year old marriage but why. The writing is practical and accessible
and provides a clear and inspiring guide to ways to build and keep a marriage strong and happy.

The numerous supporting quotes from literature and philosopy that appear throughout the book are a welcome addition. Each chapter contains a section to review the key points as well as questions to ask yourself, that are both very helpful. The size and format of the book is very compatible with its place on my night table, to be used as a constant guide. Marriage from the Heart is definitely a book that I will read again and again. I highly recommend Marriage from the Heart to anyone contemplating marriage, newly wed, or celebrating any anniversary.

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Strengthening, September 20, 2002
I like how this book applies itself more towards strengthening an existing relationship rather than fixing a broken one (although the techniques presented are applicable to both situations). In fact, the content of this book could easily be applied to non-romantic relationships as well. The authors style and liberal use of applicable anecdotes yields an easy and enjoyable read. I will be sending copies to both of my sisters.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Wisdom from the Heart, December 3, 2002
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Marriage from the Heart is one of those books that doesn't come along often enough. The text is chock full of words of wisdom to share with friends and loved ones from authors who have obviously learned the truths contained therein from the trenches. This book does not belong on a dust collecting bookshelf, but on the nightstand or on the coffee table to be referred to frequently, by couples young and old, sharing relationships fresh and tarnished. Marriage from the Heart breaths new life into the self-help genre with its weaving of life experience with a good dose of philosophy and psychology, a dash of theological insight, and a splash of humor towards life's challenges, making it a perfect recipe for an open, honest, and lasting relationship.
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