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Chicken Soup for the Couple's Soul: Inspirational Stories About Love and Relationships
Whether single, separated or someone's spouse, everyone wants to find and keep this elusive thing called love. Bestselling author and foremost relationship expert Barbara De Angelis teams up as a co-author of Chicken Soup for the Couple's Soul, a collection of heartwarming stories about how real people discovered true love with the person of their dreams.
352 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 1995
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About the author
Jack Canfield
1,286 books1,747 followersJack Canfield is an American motivational speaker and author. He is best known as the co-creator of the "Chicken Soup for the Soul" book series, which currently has over 124 titles and 100 million copies in print in over 47 languages. According to USA Today, Canfield and his writing partner, Mark Victor Hansen, were the top-selling authors in the United States in 1997.
Canfield received a BA in Chinese History from Harvard University and a Masters from University of Massachusetts. He has worked as a teacher, a workshop facilitator, and a psychotherapist.
Canfield is the founder of "Self Esteem Seminars" in Santa Barbara, and "The Foundation for Self Esteem" in Culver City, California. The stated mission of Self Esteem Seminars is to train entrepreneurs, educators, corporate leaders and employees to achieve their personal and professional goals. The focus of The Foundation for Self Esteem is to train social workers, welfare recipients and human resource professionals.
In 1990,he shared with author Mark Victor Hansen his idea for the Chicken Soup for the Soul series. After three years, the two had compiled sixty-eight stories.
Canfield has appeared on numerous television shows, including Good Morning America, 20/20, Eye to Eye, CNN's Talk Back Live, PBS, The Oprah Winfrey Show, The Montel Williams Show, Larry King Live and the BBC.
Canfield's most recent book, The Success Principles (2005), shares 64 principles that he claims can make people more successful. In 2006, he appeared in the DVD, "The Secret," and shared his insights on the Law of Attraction and tips for achieving success in personal and professional life.
Jack Canfield was born on August 19, 1944, in Fort Worth, TX. He is the son of Elmer and Ellen (a homemaker; maiden name, Taylor). He attended high school at Linsly Military Institute, Wheeling, WV, 1962. He went to college at Harvard University, B.A., 1966; University of Massachusetts at Amherst, M.Ed., 1973. Canfield married Judith Ohlbaum in 1971 (divorced, November 1976); he married Georgia Lee Noble on September 9, 1978 (divorced, December 1999); he married Inga Marie Mahoney on July 4, 2001; children: (first marriage) Oran, David, Kyle, Dania; (second marriage) Christopher Noble. He is a Democrat and a Christian, and his hobbies include tennis, travel, skiing, running, billiards, reading, and guitar.
Canfield received a BA in Chinese History from Harvard University and a Masters from University of Massachusetts. He has worked as a teacher, a workshop facilitator, and a psychotherapist.
Canfield is the founder of "Self Esteem Seminars" in Santa Barbara, and "The Foundation for Self Esteem" in Culver City, California. The stated mission of Self Esteem Seminars is to train entrepreneurs, educators, corporate leaders and employees to achieve their personal and professional goals. The focus of The Foundation for Self Esteem is to train social workers, welfare recipients and human resource professionals.
In 1990,he shared with author Mark Victor Hansen his idea for the Chicken Soup for the Soul series. After three years, the two had compiled sixty-eight stories.
Canfield has appeared on numerous television shows, including Good Morning America, 20/20, Eye to Eye, CNN's Talk Back Live, PBS, The Oprah Winfrey Show, The Montel Williams Show, Larry King Live and the BBC.
Canfield's most recent book, The Success Principles (2005), shares 64 principles that he claims can make people more successful. In 2006, he appeared in the DVD, "The Secret," and shared his insights on the Law of Attraction and tips for achieving success in personal and professional life.
Jack Canfield was born on August 19, 1944, in Fort Worth, TX. He is the son of Elmer and Ellen (a homemaker; maiden name, Taylor). He attended high school at Linsly Military Institute, Wheeling, WV, 1962. He went to college at Harvard University, B.A., 1966; University of Massachusetts at Amherst, M.Ed., 1973. Canfield married Judith Ohlbaum in 1971 (divorced, November 1976); he married Georgia Lee Noble on September 9, 1978 (divorced, December 1999); he married Inga Marie Mahoney on July 4, 2001; children: (first marriage) Oran, David, Kyle, Dania; (second marriage) Christopher Noble. He is a Democrat and a Christian, and his hobbies include tennis, travel, skiing, running, billiards, reading, and guitar.
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December 22, 2018
I read this book a couple of years back....beautiful, heartwarming stories full of love 💖.
March 4, 2016
I was in need of some real life true love stories that would make me celebrate my relationship with my boyfriend, and I remember coming across this book on one of our first dates, which conveniently was in a bookstore ha! So I picked it up the next time I saw it in MPH Bookstore, and so glad I did! This book is filled with so many wonderful stories of true love, marriages and overcoming life obstacles as a couple. It really did inspire me knowing that no two relationships are the same and we each have our own challenges to face.
It also made me think a lot of the marriages of my parents and grandparents and how I have been seeing true love in front of me for years, even if they may seem unconventional.
At the end of the day, this is a wonderful book that moved me to tears multiple of times, and I would definitely recommend it if you're looking for a little strength in your own relationship :)
It also made me think a lot of the marriages of my parents and grandparents and how I have been seeing true love in front of me for years, even if they may seem unconventional.
At the end of the day, this is a wonderful book that moved me to tears multiple of times, and I would definitely recommend it if you're looking for a little strength in your own relationship :)
April 27, 2013
I think everyone should read this at some stage in their lives. It makes you really believe in love and appreciate what you have. I'll be keeping it close so I can dip back into it when I'm feeling lost.
April 19, 2013
I am currently not considered part of a couple. But I once was, so I feel qualified to review this book. Chicken Soup for the Couple's Soul is all about relationships. Filled with short stories, it is meant to inspire and move you.
This book was filled with short stories over a variety of topics involving couples. These topics include: Love & Intimacy, Finding True Love, On Commitment, Understanding Each Other, Overcoming Obstacles, On Family, The Flame That Still Burns, & Eternal Love. Strangely enough though, the majority of these stories seemed to involve someone dying. I get that it's a true test to watch a loved one die. But it's depressing, and not uplifting in the least. There were stories in here that didn't involve dying of course, but a lot of them involved children. I never really got a sense of the true celebration of being a "couple" from this book. Now I'm not going to say a couple of these didn't make me cry, because a few did.
There was a lot of dedication in this book. But a couple of the stories just made me raise an eyebrow because of the people in them. I had to wonder if they were true because human nature makes it hard to find so many dedicated people. Now granted they weeded out some of the bad, so it's a possibility that all the people in here were good people and their relationships were true. Like with most short stories though, you're just starting to feel attached to the people when the story is over already.
I've already told you about my problems with the types of stories included in this book. As I said, there is just too much dying and not enough joy. I'm not inspired by death even if it does show the dedication and heart of the other spouse. It just makes me sad for them. And this one was also a rather religious book (it is a Christian publication) but it made it seem as if Christian relationships held together longer, and statistically that isn't the case. It just wasn't as approachable in that regard as some of the other Chicken Soup books are.
Two and a half stars for this one. It just wasn't the warm fuzzy type of book a book about couples should be. But if you're a die hard Chicken Soup for the Soul fan, you may enjoy it.
Chicken Soup for the Couple's Soul
Copyright 1999
350 pages
Review by M. Reynard 2013
More of my reviews can be found at www.ifithaswords.blogspot.com
This book was filled with short stories over a variety of topics involving couples. These topics include: Love & Intimacy, Finding True Love, On Commitment, Understanding Each Other, Overcoming Obstacles, On Family, The Flame That Still Burns, & Eternal Love. Strangely enough though, the majority of these stories seemed to involve someone dying. I get that it's a true test to watch a loved one die. But it's depressing, and not uplifting in the least. There were stories in here that didn't involve dying of course, but a lot of them involved children. I never really got a sense of the true celebration of being a "couple" from this book. Now I'm not going to say a couple of these didn't make me cry, because a few did.
There was a lot of dedication in this book. But a couple of the stories just made me raise an eyebrow because of the people in them. I had to wonder if they were true because human nature makes it hard to find so many dedicated people. Now granted they weeded out some of the bad, so it's a possibility that all the people in here were good people and their relationships were true. Like with most short stories though, you're just starting to feel attached to the people when the story is over already.
I've already told you about my problems with the types of stories included in this book. As I said, there is just too much dying and not enough joy. I'm not inspired by death even if it does show the dedication and heart of the other spouse. It just makes me sad for them. And this one was also a rather religious book (it is a Christian publication) but it made it seem as if Christian relationships held together longer, and statistically that isn't the case. It just wasn't as approachable in that regard as some of the other Chicken Soup books are.
Two and a half stars for this one. It just wasn't the warm fuzzy type of book a book about couples should be. But if you're a die hard Chicken Soup for the Soul fan, you may enjoy it.
Chicken Soup for the Couple's Soul
Copyright 1999
350 pages
Review by M. Reynard 2013
More of my reviews can be found at www.ifithaswords.blogspot.com
January 24, 2008
"Pesan Terakhir"
Kamar rumah sakit tampak tenang dan remang. Waktu berjalan lamban. Aku melihat saudara2ku duduk membisu memandang ibu yang duduk di samping ranjang ayah, mengenggam dan berbisik lembut pada ayah meskipun ayah tidak sadar. Pagi tadi ayah kami kehilangan kesadaran, setelah bertahun2 menahan penderitaan karena penyakit yang tak bisa disembuhkan. Kami tahu ajalnya sudah dekat.
Ibu berhenti bicara pada ayah, ia lalu memandang cincin2 di jarinya sambil tersenyum. Aku tahu ibu sedang membayangkan ritual mereka selama 40 thn. Ibu sering keliru memasangkan cincin pertunangan dan cincin kawinnya. Dan ayah dengan sabar selalu meraih tangan ibu dan membetulkan letak kedua cincin itu dengan hati2. Meskipun sangat perasa dan penuh cinta, ayah sulit mengucapkan kata "aku cinta padamu", karena itu ia mengungkapkan cintanya lewat hal2 kecil seperti itu, selama bertahun2.
Setelah diam berapa lama, ibu menoleh pada kami dan berkata lirih, "Aku tahu ayah kalian akan pergi tapi semua begitu tiba2 hingga aku belum sempat mengatakan pesan terakhirku, bahwa aku mencintainya sampai kapanpun." Aku menunduk dan hanya bisa terdiam mendengar ucapan ibu.
Malam semakin larut dan sunyi. Kami hanya bisa menunggu. Tiba2 kami tersentak bangun. Ibu menangis. Takut bahwa hal terburuk telah terjadi, kami segera bangkit berdiri menghiburnya. Tapi alangkah kagetnya kami melihat bahwa ibu menangis bahagia. Ia maih menggenggam tangan ayah, dan entah bagaimana, kami melihat tangan ayah yang satunya telah bergeser sedikit dan menumpang di tangan ibu.
Sambil tersenyum dan menangis, Ibu berkata, "Sesaat tadi dia memandangku." Ibu berhenti bicara, memandang tangannya lagi. "Lalu," bisiknya parau, "dia membetulkan letak kedua cincinku."
Ayah meninggal 1 jam kemudian tapi Tuhan dalam kebijaksanaan-Nya telah mengabulkan doa kami dengan cara yang akan kami kenang sepanjang hidup kami.
Ibu sudah menerima pesan terakhir dari Ayah. (Karen Corkern)
............................................................
melewati tahun demi tahun
aku akan berjalan bersamamu-
di dalam hutan yang lebat menghijau;
di pantai-pantai berpasir;
dan bila waktu kita
di dunia sudah habis
di sorga kelak,
kau akan tetap
menggandeng tanganku (Robert Sexton)
Kamar rumah sakit tampak tenang dan remang. Waktu berjalan lamban. Aku melihat saudara2ku duduk membisu memandang ibu yang duduk di samping ranjang ayah, mengenggam dan berbisik lembut pada ayah meskipun ayah tidak sadar. Pagi tadi ayah kami kehilangan kesadaran, setelah bertahun2 menahan penderitaan karena penyakit yang tak bisa disembuhkan. Kami tahu ajalnya sudah dekat.
Ibu berhenti bicara pada ayah, ia lalu memandang cincin2 di jarinya sambil tersenyum. Aku tahu ibu sedang membayangkan ritual mereka selama 40 thn. Ibu sering keliru memasangkan cincin pertunangan dan cincin kawinnya. Dan ayah dengan sabar selalu meraih tangan ibu dan membetulkan letak kedua cincin itu dengan hati2. Meskipun sangat perasa dan penuh cinta, ayah sulit mengucapkan kata "aku cinta padamu", karena itu ia mengungkapkan cintanya lewat hal2 kecil seperti itu, selama bertahun2.
Setelah diam berapa lama, ibu menoleh pada kami dan berkata lirih, "Aku tahu ayah kalian akan pergi tapi semua begitu tiba2 hingga aku belum sempat mengatakan pesan terakhirku, bahwa aku mencintainya sampai kapanpun." Aku menunduk dan hanya bisa terdiam mendengar ucapan ibu.
Malam semakin larut dan sunyi. Kami hanya bisa menunggu. Tiba2 kami tersentak bangun. Ibu menangis. Takut bahwa hal terburuk telah terjadi, kami segera bangkit berdiri menghiburnya. Tapi alangkah kagetnya kami melihat bahwa ibu menangis bahagia. Ia maih menggenggam tangan ayah, dan entah bagaimana, kami melihat tangan ayah yang satunya telah bergeser sedikit dan menumpang di tangan ibu.
Sambil tersenyum dan menangis, Ibu berkata, "Sesaat tadi dia memandangku." Ibu berhenti bicara, memandang tangannya lagi. "Lalu," bisiknya parau, "dia membetulkan letak kedua cincinku."
Ayah meninggal 1 jam kemudian tapi Tuhan dalam kebijaksanaan-Nya telah mengabulkan doa kami dengan cara yang akan kami kenang sepanjang hidup kami.
Ibu sudah menerima pesan terakhir dari Ayah. (Karen Corkern)
............................................................
melewati tahun demi tahun
aku akan berjalan bersamamu-
di dalam hutan yang lebat menghijau;
di pantai-pantai berpasir;
dan bila waktu kita
di dunia sudah habis
di sorga kelak,
kau akan tetap
menggandeng tanganku (Robert Sexton)
July 25, 2022
Primera vez que un libro me provoca llorar de felicidad cada cinco páginas
June 19, 2019
Another Awesome Chicken Soup Book. I Really Enjoyed The Stories. The Love In This Book Will Make Your Heart Sing. 🇺🇸
October 1, 2012
I read this book hoping for some uplifting love stories that would want us to just sigh and dream. But alas, most stories were depressing! I didn't want to read about death and separation. I wanted the in-betweens of the happily ever after and the till death do us part. But overall, this was a nice little something for some light reading. :)
January 16, 2010
What can I say? I'm a sucker for the "Sap Factor" of these books. Sigh...
July 20, 2019
Ok, so I'm gonna get a lot of flak for adding this to my collection....But, what can I say? I'm a sucker for love stories and this one has plenty!
September 20, 2010
Why have I read this even though I've never been part of a couple? Because deep down, I'm a hopeless romantic.
January 31, 2025
BOOK REVIEW ALERT 🚨
🌟
In "CHICKEN SOUP FOR THE COUPLES SOUL" by Jack Canfield " is a heartwarming collection of inspiring stories that celebrates the beauty of love and partnership. This edition offers a diverse range of narratives that resonate with couples at various stages of their relationships. Each tale encapsulates the joys, challenges, and growth that come with being in a partnership, reminding readers of the power of connection, communication, and shared experiences. With its blend of humor, romance, and poignant reflections, the book serves as a wonderful reminder of the magic that love can bring to everyday life, making it a perfect read for couples seeking inspiration and renewed appreciation for their bond.
🌟Chicken Soup for the Couples Soul
✍🏻 Jack Canfield
Rating: ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
Genre: Self Help
🎉 Pub Day: 1995
#️⃣ Of Pages: 372
🖊️ Author of "The Key to Living the Law of Attraction" and "Chicken Soup for the Soul Series"
🫶🏻 "The world needs more love, and chicken soup for the couples soul gives us a beautiful glimpse into the difference. Love can make in our lives.” — Deepak Chopra M.D.
Educational director, The Chopra Centre of We'll Being
#chickensoupforthecouplessoul #jackcanfield #selfdevelopment #romance #love #makeadifference #bookstagrammer #booksbooksbook #bookreview #bossmomsread #bookobsessed #ilovebooks #library #mylibraryisbiggerthanyours #booknook
🌟
In "CHICKEN SOUP FOR THE COUPLES SOUL" by Jack Canfield " is a heartwarming collection of inspiring stories that celebrates the beauty of love and partnership. This edition offers a diverse range of narratives that resonate with couples at various stages of their relationships. Each tale encapsulates the joys, challenges, and growth that come with being in a partnership, reminding readers of the power of connection, communication, and shared experiences. With its blend of humor, romance, and poignant reflections, the book serves as a wonderful reminder of the magic that love can bring to everyday life, making it a perfect read for couples seeking inspiration and renewed appreciation for their bond.
🌟Chicken Soup for the Couples Soul
✍🏻 Jack Canfield
Rating: ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
Genre: Self Help
🎉 Pub Day: 1995
#️⃣ Of Pages: 372
🖊️ Author of "The Key to Living the Law of Attraction" and "Chicken Soup for the Soul Series"
🫶🏻 "The world needs more love, and chicken soup for the couples soul gives us a beautiful glimpse into the difference. Love can make in our lives.” — Deepak Chopra M.D.
Educational director, The Chopra Centre of We'll Being
#chickensoupforthecouplessoul #jackcanfield #selfdevelopment #romance #love #makeadifference #bookstagrammer #booksbooksbook #bookreview #bossmomsread #bookobsessed #ilovebooks #library #mylibraryisbiggerthanyours #booknook
December 1, 2016
I started this book after I read "Looking for Alaska."I have not finished it yet but I knew that this would be a good book to choose because these books generally have inspirational poems or songs that move the reader. I have read a lot of these books and I am always moved by poems people have written so I knew this would fit the criteria needed for the Reading Portfolio well. I am still in the process of reading it but pick it up every now and then for a few quick stories. These books are always a fast read because the stories always pull me in. I also really enjoy the variety of stories. When I want a good cry I can find a sad story here or if I want a good laugh or just to read an uplifting story you can always find one of those in these books.
September 3, 2019
Những câu chuyện nhẹ nhàng:
Khao khát tình em
Chuy ện tình ở Ai-len
Hãy nói v ới cô ấy rằng anh y êu cô ấy
Người phụ nữ giàu nhất thế giới
Ghi khắc trong tim
Kết hôn v ới người lạ
Bạch mã hoàng tử có thật không?
Ca khúc “Lov e me tender”
Các ngày thứ Tư
Cuộc sống thiếu Michael
nhưng đủ sức lay động trái tim của những người đã yêu, đang yêu, chưa yêu và sẽ yêu. Cho dù kết
cục như thế nào, thì một khi tình y êu đã x uất hiện trong cuộc đời chúng ta, nó sẽ không bao giờ ra đi mà không ảnh hưởng sâu đậm đến tâm hồn của chúng ta. Và bản thân chúng ta, hãy cứ tin tưởng vào tình yêu, vào những điều tốt đẹp mà tình yêu sẽ mang lại. Những trái tim cô đơn rồi sẽ tìm thấy được nguồn sưởi ấm, mình tin là như vậy.
Khao khát tình em
Chuy ện tình ở Ai-len
Hãy nói v ới cô ấy rằng anh y êu cô ấy
Người phụ nữ giàu nhất thế giới
Ghi khắc trong tim
Kết hôn v ới người lạ
Bạch mã hoàng tử có thật không?
Ca khúc “Lov e me tender”
Các ngày thứ Tư
Cuộc sống thiếu Michael
nhưng đủ sức lay động trái tim của những người đã yêu, đang yêu, chưa yêu và sẽ yêu. Cho dù kết
cục như thế nào, thì một khi tình y êu đã x uất hiện trong cuộc đời chúng ta, nó sẽ không bao giờ ra đi mà không ảnh hưởng sâu đậm đến tâm hồn của chúng ta. Và bản thân chúng ta, hãy cứ tin tưởng vào tình yêu, vào những điều tốt đẹp mà tình yêu sẽ mang lại. Những trái tim cô đơn rồi sẽ tìm thấy được nguồn sưởi ấm, mình tin là như vậy.
April 1, 2019
If you are looking for inspiring romantic stories, look no further! I could not get enough! Not only were the stories very well written, but I found that they were very relateable. This book put me in a place where I was truly able to self reflect and uncover true appreciation for the beautiful love I have in my life. I truly feel that for these Chicken Soup books, that is the kind of emotion the authors initially wanted to evoke in their readers, and they did a fabulous job of doing just that.
June 28, 2021
Stories about love from the general public, famous people, contributors and reprints from other sources.
While most of the stories are touching, some of the stories about illness and loss are depressing. Memories are fickle, in that we tend to forget some of the negative things that happened to us, when asked to tell stories about our loves.
Some of the stories read more like works of fiction. There was also an abundance of stories where love was assisted with the aid of God and angels.
While most of the stories are touching, some of the stories about illness and loss are depressing. Memories are fickle, in that we tend to forget some of the negative things that happened to us, when asked to tell stories about our loves.
Some of the stories read more like works of fiction. There was also an abundance of stories where love was assisted with the aid of God and angels.
June 28, 2017
I enjoy the Chicken Soup for the Soul books, but this one didn't seem to have the "spark" to it I just wasn't left with the inspirational uplift I have gotten from the others. Perhaps the previous ones left me with higher expectations for this one. Cjs
April 2, 2018
I have read several books in this series and enjoy them. Some of the stories are better than others, but there is definitely inspiration within the book. The books are just relaxing, easy reads, and most of the stories are short, so it is easy to put down and go back to.
July 27, 2018
I usually love the chicken soup series..it makes me think, cry and rejoice. That was not the case for this one. It just made me depressed and listless. Too many stories of death and tragedy left me feeling disturbed rather than happy.
August 20, 2024
None of the stories in this collection were really that inspiring or life changing. The writing was plain, stilted, and often riddled with mistakes (which could have been a printing issue). I wanted this to be a lot more than it ended up being.
November 28, 2017
Loved the range and collection of stories!
Most of the stories made me cry!
Only drawback, it got a bit monotonous as it reached the end!
Most of the stories made me cry!
Only drawback, it got a bit monotonous as it reached the end!
February 1, 2018
Why isn't Barbara De Angelis' name written as an author, too ???
December 9, 2018
Som alla de olika "Chicken soup-böckerna" en bok full av berättelser men här om kärlek. Ojämn nivå på texterna gör att det blir en 3:a.
January 24, 2019
THESE STORIES LET US KNOW AS A COUPLE WE ALL HAVE ISSUES, AND LOVE AND WE ALL NEED GOD IN THE MIDST OF OUR RELATIONSHIPS. LOVE THE STORIES AND AS A MARRIED COUPLE I CAN RELATE TO A LOT OF THEM.
February 15, 2019
Some stories touch your heart. Great to read 1-2 a day for reflection.
August 24, 2019
Always love JC's books 💕
November 16, 2019
A heartwarming collection of love stories! Even the ones tinged with sadness were still beautiful and inspiring. ❤️
August 25, 2020
It took me a while to get through it. Although the stories were inspirational and touching, I felt it was a difficult read and didn't keep my interest.
January 15, 2021
Found a copy of this one at the retirement community in AZ and decided to read it on the plane. Very quick read full of many inspirational and enjoyable heartfelt stories . Very well done!
March 25, 2021
I Really Enjoyed This Book. My Wife And I Read It Together. Learned Alot About Each Other Reading It.
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