Fight Right: How Successful Couples Turn Conflict Into Connection Hardcover – January 30, 2024

Great content. Easy read. It’s another thing putting it all into practice. I love all the work the Gottmans put out. Their research is great. Sometimes it’s too quantitative for me. I’m more into the qualitative research. I’ve recommend it to a lot of couples.

I don’t know if this book has healing powers but as soon as I started reading it, the conflicts subsided and they took second place. Learning about the dynamics of “couple fighting” is extremely valuable insight and may have an immediate impact on your relationship. We have gone from endless arguments and volatility to enjoying each other, and this has given us a chance to explore the deeper issues, bringing about true healing. I would suggest to take your time, to reread, to write a journal, or even book a session.

The two books were purchased to give to my now son in law and daughter BEFORE they got married - great book!!

Great book. Real advice. Read 8 dates after this book 😉

Great book! The writing is a little corny at times but the facts are there and the methods shared are do able.

I have read a lot of marriage books, but this is my favorite. I find the topics to be thoughtful and well-organized, with great questions to prompt discussion with your spouse. I love the use of statistical data to support the authors’ conclusions and the examples of real life application are helpful.

Some people have grown up in a family that modelled healthy, loving relatinships, and has a blueprint to bring up issues and solve or at least handle conflicts in a way that helps to stay close. For the rest of us, there is the "Fight Right" book. There are turning points where fights can go wrong, and here you get a map to see what are these, what to look out for and how to avoid taking the wrong turn. Disagreements and clashing needs are inevitable, but if you fight right, it can actually be good for you and your relationship. A heartfelt thank you for the Gottmans for their research and this book!

This will be a book I come back to over and over again. Even with one read through, I've already been able to implement some of the strategies and my spouse and I are definitely fighting better. I really appreciate the authors' candor and their insights are invaluable.