
How to Be an Adult in Relationships
The Five Keys to Mindful Loving
by David Richo
Who This Book Is For
An ideal reader is a thoughtful adult—single, dating, partnered, or post-breakup—who senses repeating patterns in love and wants a calmer, kinder way to relate. They’re curious about mindfulness, open to owning their part, and prefer practical exercises over pop-psych platitudes. They value boundaries, honesty, and repair more than drama or “winning.” They may carry childhood imprints of too-little attention or too-much control and are ready to grieve, learn, and practice new habits. They’re coachable, therapy-friendly, and patient enough to build trust through tiny promises. They’re not seeking a quick fix or a soulmate script; they want a map for everyday intimacy—how to ask clearly, listen generously, and choose wisely. Safety matters to them; if abuse or untreated addiction is present, they’ll prioritize protection first. Spiritually curious but non-dogmatic, they’re motivated to turn compassion inward and outward, so their relationship life becomes a practice, not a performance. Steady, humane, sustainable love.
Book Details
- Categories
- Self Help, Relationships, Nonfiction
- Pages
- 265
- Published
- 2002
- Language
- ENGLISH
- Rating
- 4.1 (7,532 reviews)
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