Love Sense

The Revolutionary New Science of Romantic Relationships

By: Sue Johnson

Narrated by: Sue Johnson

The bestselling author of Hold Me Tight presents a revolutionary new understanding of why and how we love, based on cutting-edge research.

Every day, we hear of relationships failing and questions of whether humans are meant to be monogamous. Love Sense presents new scientific evidence that tells us that humans are meant to mate for life. Dr. Johnson explains that romantic love is an attachment bond, just like that between mother and child, and shows us how to develop our "love sense" -- our ability to develop long-lasting relationships.

Love is not the least bit illogical or random, but actually an ordered and wise recipe for survival. Love Sense covers the three stages of a relationship and how to best weather them; the intelligence of emotions and the logic of love; the physical and psychological benefits of secure love; and much more. Based on groundbreaking research, Love Sense will change the way we think about love.

Critic reviews

Praise for HOLD ME TIGHT:

"A much-needed message to all couples and therapists, and I recommend it to all."—Harville Hendrix, PhD

"Dr. Johnson's superb science, humor, and clinical wisdom are finally accessible to us all. I couldn't pick a smarter, warmer, and more real guide for this journey."—John Gottman, PhD

"A truly revolutionary, breakthrough book...the most important, valuable book for couples published in the twenty-first century."—Barry McCarthy, PhD

I am no longer anxious about relationships

Love Sense and Hold Me Tight have explained why all my relationships ended. In fact they explained why almost every argument happened and insecurity came from! Now that I know what a loving relationship, that will last the decades, is securely based on I am ready to connect again. Now I know what to spend time cultivating...and how to do it. I think every man and woman from the age of 15 to the year they die should read both books once a year. When they find their relationships distressed these books should be read over and over that year.

I threw away a couple of amazing women in my time. I wish I could read these books, go back in time and do it right.

I would be willing to bet if two people, that have never met, were to invest in these concepts they would never part and genuinely love each other forever. These concepts will change the world, for the better, and divorce rates dwindle to single digits if we can learn this, live it and teach our children from the very beginning.

I can't wait to read/listen to Created for Connection. I am a better man, friend, coworker, son, brother and uncle for having read these books. Read them. They will change your lives. Men don't be afraid to be seen reading these. You won't regret it!

Thank you Audible for making these books available.

Simply awesome!

Amazing book. Could be read before Hold Me Tight. The narration by Dr. Johnson really adds to the material in my opinion.

Enjoyed the more scientific presentation

I enjoyed how the author presented the material any more scientific presentation. I also enjoyed the variety of scientific studies she included in the book.

Emotionally scientific

Dr. Sue Johnson does an excellent job explaining the science of love for the non-scientific person. She balances the science with examples that resonate with any couple (from those with relationship difficulties to those with secure bonds).

Hope for couples and our world.

I am so happy I discovered Dr. Sue Johnson's writings. She beautifully presents her well researched insights and gives hope to couples everywhere. She identifies a truth that I believe couples will be so relieved to hear and something most will be able to live up to, that is, develop your empathy and understanding, improve your connection and you can work through the inevitable trials in marriage. All the while solidifying your attachment and feelings of love with your partner.