• The DNA of Relationships

  • By: Dr. Gary Smalley
  • Narrated by: Chris Fabry
  • Length: 6 hrs and 44 mins
  • 4.6 out of 5 stars (283 ratings)

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The DNA of Relationships

By: Dr. Gary Smalley
Narrated by: Chris Fabry
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Publisher's summary

"Life is relationships; the rest is just details."

We are designed for relationships, yet they often bring us pain. In this paradigm-shifting book, Gary Smalley unravels the DNA of the three great relationships: with God, others, and ourselves.

All relationships involve choice. Gary exposes a destructive "dance" that characterizes nearly every relationship conflict, and offers five new dance steps that will revolutionize relationships.

The DNA of Relationships, the cornerstone audiobook in Gary Smalley's relationship campaign, will revolutionize the way you relate to your spouse, family, friends, and coworkers.

©2004 Dr. Gary Smalley (P)2004 Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.

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Could be half as long

Good grief, this book could be shortened by half if he would simply quit promoting his and his son's workshops and get to the meat of it.

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Bottom line simple easy to implement

I have been passionately pursuing personal and spiritual growth and development for the last 10 years. In fact it's my number one hobby. However in the mist of this passionate pursuit I've almost destroyed my marriage. My husband has felt unsafe, judged and unworthy. He's felt like he can't keep up with all my growth and it's caused him to feel unworthy. Reading this book has not only transformed my life but it's also transforming my marriage. It's teaching me how to take responsibility for my actions and my life and to let others take responsibility for their's. It's teaching me instead of being a fixer to be a validator and a good listener. Who wouldn't want a spouse or friend that validates, supports, hears and understands you. I am committed to being that person. Thank you Gary Smalley!

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Soild

Solid practicial information. Based on experience and research. If you are ready to turn your relationship around or take it to the next level this book will give you the keys.

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Useful

This is a very clear way to learn about healthy ways to listen and speak to those you love and everyone else you meet in your day. It outlines how we all react to our fears and gives ways to think about how to navigate this during communication

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Best Relationship Book I’ve Read.

Practical, application based, results focused. Written in an easily understandable format with specific examples. If I could give it 6 stars I would!

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great book I highly suggest it

This book got me thinking in new ways . I can do this on my own.

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Great for all relationships!

Would you listen to The DNA of Relationships again? Why?

I'm using it for pre-marital counseling with my girlfriend. It is astounding how much it helps.

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Heavy on religion

Has some advice that is useful but unless you are ready for a serious sermon, you may want to look at other authors.

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Different from the actual book book

The audio version does not coincide with the writing of the book. I will be requesting a refund

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Good book

The part that made it worth reading was the part on emotional communication. The rest of it was average.

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