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How to Be an Adult in Relationships
- The Five Keys to Mindful Loving
- Narrated by: David Richo
- Length: 9 hrs and 20 mins
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How to Be an Adult in Relationships
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Publisher's Summary
"Most people think of love as a feeling," says David Richo, "but love is not so much a feeling as a way of being present." In this audiobook, Richo offers a fresh perspective on love and relationships - one that focuses not on finding an ideal mate, but on becoming a more loving and realistic person. Drawing on the Buddhist concept of mindfulness, How to Be an Adult in Relationships explores five hallmarks of mindful loving and how they play a key role in our relationships throughout life:
- Attention to the present moment; observing, listening, and noticing all the feelings at play in our relationships
- Acceptance of ourselves and others just as we are
- Appreciation of all our gifts, our limits, our longings, and our poignant human predicament
- Affection shown through holding and touching in respectful ways
- Allowing life and love to be just as they are, with all their ecstasy and ache, without trying to take control
When deeply understood and applied, these five simple concepts - what Richo calls the five A's - form the basis of mature love. They help us to move away from judgment, fear, and blame to a position of openness, compassion, and realism about life and relationships. By giving and receiving these five A's, relationships become deeper and more meaningful, and they become a ground for personal transformation.
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- Anonymous User
- 10-08-2024
Is this book for me
I gave this book 5 stars, as it resonated with my eastern spiritual mindfulness and mirrored my own views and the person I want to grow to be. I can see for others it will be boring, full of fluff and repeat the same things, have no substance or practical advice that you are looking for and be annoying. I did listen to it at 1.2 speed, and that was better. Like partnerships, everyone is different and you may need a different style of book. For me I have ordered a printed copy, For I wish to reread it many times and try and learn some wisdom from it. Don’t think it will suit my partner, but that’s what this book is really about, living and loving your true self in a mindfulness way and allowing those around you the same freedoms and respect
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- Anonymous User
- 07-12-2022
Informed and compassionate
A beautiful book that clearly shows the nature of the human and how we might best move with compassion, confidence and acceptance in an often difficult world.
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- Shannon
- 22-12-2022
Very helpful
Great resource to stop overthinking and to change the way you approach relationships. Really liked his voice too, very meditative and relaxing.
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- Anonymous User
- 12-02-2023
beautiful
It’s a beautiful read and provides a wonderful challenge.. and if you practice quietly, rising to the challenges here within, the rewards are infinite.
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- Nexus1
- 21-09-2020
I absolutely love this book!
I love the wisdom in all the words presented in this work. It really spoke to me even when Ilistened to it months apart. I listened to some chapters several times to embrace the ideas. The author's voice is hypnotic and soothing. All time favourite. Thank you!
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- Leanne Wakeling
- 11-05-2021
Valuable read on understanding Adulting
The content was informative though a little ethereal at times. The concepts foundational for understanding the qualities and attitudes of a healthy adult in an adult to adult relationship.
There was insight in where gaps in out adult perspective may show up. Worth considering when seeking to improve our relationships with others.
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- Anonymous User
- 19-01-2024
Remarkable read on self discovery!
I cannot recommend this book highly enough. Eye-opening, evokes emotions of compassion, vulnerability, love, kindness. Taps into your triggers and traumas and assists in better understanding how to navigate with them! Beautiful read.
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- Anonymous User
- 20-01-2019
fabulous
fabulous book. beautifully written. accessible and wise. i strongly recommend it as one of the best self help books i have 'read'.
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- Anonymous User
- 03-10-2024
Outstanding wisdom
I will read this over and over for some time. Every home should have a copy. It's like a modern day biblical text complete with parables of meaning for today's people. A truly excellent work. Incorporating psychology theology ancient wisdom and practical tips. They is so much wisdom here. The quotes from literature are also timely. Brilliant , Thank you. Gratitude on behalf if all .
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- Alamdeep S Kamboj
- 31-07-2024
The best book I have heard. Most recommended for every man and woman
The author has a definite proficiency in articulating his thoughts. Every work is eloquently spoken and the essence of each word registers in the mind the first time heard. I recommend this book to all men and women considering to be in a relationship or are in one. The book awakens a man spiritually and sets a new path ahead to peace and love.
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