Fire it up : four secrets to reigniting intimacy and joy in your relationship

Fire it up Four secrets to reigniting intimacy and joy in your relationship

Carolyn Sharp

Book - 2025

Let's face it--modern life is stressful. With constant demands on your time and attention, it's not surprising that you've neglected what used to be your North Star: your relationship. You might feel disconnected from each other and stuck in a cycle of go-nowhere arguments. Perhaps you miss the spark that made you excited to see one another at the end of the day. You might long for the time when the two of you were in sync on most things and could laugh at misunderstandings and miscommunications. Fire It Up is the solution to relationships that are struggling, feeling stale, or just in need of a little extra care. Experienced couples therapist Carolyn Sharp outlines a clear four-step process to bring back the love, connection..., and vitality to any marriage, with humor and authenticity. She'll help you understand how relationships work--and why your partner does that annoying thing. Get to the heart of the problem and empower yourself with the knowledge to make lasting change in your relationship.--

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Subjects
Couples therapy.
Marriage counseling.
Dating (Social customs)
Sexual attraction.
Thérapie de couple.
Conseil conjugal.
Amours.
Attrait sexuel.
courtships.
FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS / Marriage & Long-Term Relationships.
FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS / Conflict Resolution.
FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS / Divorce & Separation.
FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS / Love & Romance.
BORING RELATIONSHIP > MARRIAGE ACCELERATOR > THINKING ABOUT DIVORCE > COUPLES COUNSELING > ESTRANGEMENT
Self-help publications.
Livres de croissance personnelle.
Genres
Self-help publications
Livres de croissance personnelle
Published
Seattle : Flashpoint Books [2025]
Language
English
Main Author
Carolyn Sharp (author)
Edition
First edition
Physical Description
xxiii, 262 pages ; 23 cm
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (pages 255-262).
ISBN
9781959411796
  • Introduction
  • Section 1. Building the Foundation
  • Chapter 1. What Is Your Purpose?
  • Chapter 2. Your Brain on Relationships
  • Chapter 3. Where Are We Going?
  • Section 2. The Oxygen We Need
  • Chapter 4. Who We Are and Where We Came From
  • Chapter 5. The Power of Acceptance
  • Chapter 6. You, Me, and Us
  • Section 3. The Fuel We Need
  • Chapter 7. The Communication Dance
  • Chapter 8. You for Me, Me for You
  • Chapter 9. The Art of Conflict and Repair
  • Section 4. Ready, Set, Ignite
  • Chapter 10. Allowing the Spark
  • Chapter 11. Novelty, Creativity, and Space
  • Chapter 12. Passion to Burn
  • Appendix: The Exercises
  • Acknowledgments
  • Bibliography and Additional Resources
  • About the Author
Review by Library Journal Review

The relationship "secrets" that fill this guide from social worker Sharp were gleaned from more than 25 years of experience as a couples therapist. While many of the secrets appear fairly common sense, the way the book builds up and upon these ideas makes it an empowering read. Sharp helps readers identify what they want from their relationships and set goals for it. She offers ways to collaborate with partners to achieve those goals and thrive. She brings awareness of common ways relationships deteriorate and how couples can navigate those difficulties when they encounter them. Ultimately, she wants readers to achieve fun and spontaneity in their relationships and other aspects of life as well. The book also includes a robust, detailed appendix of the exercises mentioned throughout the volume, plus plenty of further reading, podcasts, and games. VERDICT While this guide is fun and relatable, Sharp lays down hard truths and examples to help partners get through the tough times to find the fun.--Amanda Ray

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