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From Intentional Love by Kris Girrell , Abraham Gonzalez , and Bruce Girrell .  Most people think they want more sex when what they desire most in life is intimacy. Sex is a vehicle, a means through which intimacy is explored. It is not the goal. It is not a destination; it is a path. Available at:  Amazon paperback Amazon ebook Barnes & Noble MSI Press webstore (25% discount with coupon code FF25) Book Description Intentional Love sets out a counter argument to the long-held narrative that both sex and intimacy decline over the years of a long-term committed relationship. But rather than focusing simply of the sexual skills and educating readers on technique, this book identifies twelve separate Ways of Being that when followed create the context and foundation for a deeper shared connection between lovers. The authors draw heavily on research on how these Ways of Being support both members and identify issues to be dealt with in the context of loving relationships. ...

  Intentional Love by Kris Girrell , Abraham Gonzalez , and Bruce Girrell reached #53 on Amazon's hot new releases list. Amazon paperback Amazon ebook Barnes & Noble MSI Press webstore (25% discount with coupon code FF25) Book Description Intentional Love sets out a counter argument to the long-held narrative that both sex and intimacy decline over the years of a long-term committed relationship. But rather than focusing simply of the sexual skills and educating readers on technique, this book identifies twelve separate Ways of Being that when followed create the context and foundation for a deeper shared connection between lovers. The authors draw heavily on research on how these Ways of Being support both members and identify issues to be dealt with in the context of loving relationships. Though the authors are all men, they present a plethora of research from women researchers and authors to balance their own experiences as leaders and trainers in men’s work and then se...

  Intentional Love by Kris Girrell , Abraham Gonzalez , and Bruce Girrell has appeared on the Amazon hot new releases list several times this past week, reaching #53.  Amazon paperback Amazon ebook Barnes & Noble MSI Press webstore (25% discount with coupon code FF25) Book Description Intentional Love sets out a counter argument to the long-held narrative that both sex and intimacy decline over the years of a long-term committed relationship. But rather than focusing simply of the sexual skills and educating readers on technique, this book identifies twelve separate Ways of Being that when followed create the context and foundation for a deeper shared connection between lovers. The authors draw heavily on research on how these Ways of Being support both members and identify issues to be dealt with in the context of loving relationships. Though the authors are all men, they present a plethora of research from women researchers and authors to balance their own experienc...

  From Intentional Love by Kris Girrell , Abraham Gonzalez , and Bruce Girrell .  Imagine for a moment that you had the relationship of your dreams. It was more than just a sustaining relationship: it was deep, sensuous, and obvious to all your friends and family that this love you enjoy is beyond compare. People would come up to you and comment on how you glow. Others would ask what you are doing and how they can have a relationship like yours. Imagine how you would feel! Imagine how your lover would feel!  Available at:  Amazon paperback Amazon ebook Barnes & Noble MSI Press webstore (25% discount with coupon code FF25) Book Description Intentional Love sets out a counter argument to the long-held narrative that both sex and intimacy decline over the years of a long-term committed relationship. But rather than focusing simply of the sexual skills and educating readers on technique, this book identifies twelve separate Ways of Being that when followed create...

Intentional Love  by Kris Girrell , Abraham Gonzalez , and Bruce Girrell is on pre-order at Amazon  paperback Amazon ebook Barnes & Noble MSI Press webstore (25% discount with coupon code FF25) Book Description Intentional Love sets out a counter argument to the long-held narrative that both sex and intimacy decline over the years of a long-term committed relationship. But rather than focusing simply of the sexual skills and educating readers on technique, this book identifies twelve separate Ways of Being that when followed create the context and foundation for a deeper shared connection between lovers. The authors draw heavily on research on how these Ways of Being support both members and identify issues to be dealt with in the context of loving relationships. Though the authors are all men, they present a plethora of research from women researchers and authors to balance their own experiences as leaders and trainers in men’s work and then season it all by revealing ...

  Joy isn’t the same as happiness. Happiness depends on circumstance — on things going right, on comfort and success. Joy, by contrast, is deeper. It’s the quiet pulse of gratitude that persists even when life feels uncertain. It’s the awareness that meaning still exists, even in imperfection. 1. Choose Presence Over Perfection Joy begins when we stop waiting for life to be ideal. It grows in the ordinary — in morning light, shared laughter, the smell of coffee, the sound of rain. Perfection is brittle; presence is resilient. When we pay attention, even small moments become sacred. 2. Practice Gratitude as a Daily Rhythm Gratitude isn’t denial of pain; it’s recognition of grace. Naming what’s good — even briefly — shifts the heart’s focus from scarcity to abundance. Write it down, whisper it, notice it. Joy expands wherever gratitude takes root. 3. Keep Relationships Tender Joy thrives in connection. It’s found in listening without judgment, forgiving without keeping score, and sho...