How to Build a Lasting, Loving Relationship: The Blueprint You Were Never Given

by Myrna Mazzola Zezza

How to Build a Lasting, Loving Relationship offers useful tools, inspiring anecdotes, and specific examples that can help you achieve the relationship you’ve always wanted. It’s no great surprise to most of us—relationships aren’t easy. Although we may wish we were in a loving relationship with a significant other, at times it just seems out of our reach. We may tell ourselves we have to face facts: current statistics indicate that 50 percent of all marriages end in divorce. And that doesn’t even take into account the relationships that fail before marriage takes place—or the people who stay, for whatever reason, in an unhappy relationship. Are half (or more) of us destined to never achieve that almost universal desire—to have a lasting, loving relationship? Of course not. We only need to understand the complete picture. Relationship counselor Myrna Zezzahas developed a “blueprint” to help us do exactly that. Using the analogy of building a house, she gives us all the information we need on How to Build a Lasting, Loving Relationship. From clearing the land on which to build, to laying a strong foundation, to erecting the structure, to “Homeowners Insurance,” Myrna's clever analogies, sound principles, and insightful tools will educate and inspire you. Contained in each chapter are “Discovery Tool” processes that will help awaken your awareness of various subjects or situations. It’s as simple as writing down your thoughts and impressions on a piece of paper—but asMyrna tells us, “The principles of a lasting, loving relationship are simple but not easy. People are complex.” This journey of self-discovery, however, “will assist you in determining if you really desire … a lasting, loving relationship.” Myrna Zezza has nearly thirty years’ experience as a counselor and teacher of relationship skills. Just as important, she has a lasting, loving relationship of her own, so she knows both thepitfalls and how to avoid them. How to Build a Lasting, Loving Relationship is filled with useful processes, encouraging anecdotes, and specific examples, all told in Myrna’s engaging, upbeat, conversational style. Now, you no longer have to search for the answers—Myrna Zezza neatly offers them in this one book. All that’s required of you is a commitment to succeed. After all, as she tells us, “You are worthy and deserving of a lasting, loving relationship.”

220 pages, Kindle Edition

First published June 4, 2013

Reviews

[Cindi · Rating 5 out of 5]

As a longtime friend of Myrna’s I was looking forward to reading her book with much anticipation as it had been many years in the making. I was delighted when it was published and thoroughly enjoyed reading it. Having been a student of self-improvement for many years, I found her book insightful, inspiring and peppered with interesting anecdotes. Using the house analogy for How to Build a Lasting, Loving Relationship was most creative and it made the book fun and easy to understand. Throughout my reading of the book I could imagine Myrna’s voice reflected in her writing style. It was like she was talking just to me. I especially liked The Relationship Toolbox reference and the fact that it was located in one place, at the back of the book. My favorite quote was from Rumer Godden at the beginning of Chapter 13. Personally, Myrna’s book has inspired me to review my own relationships and maybe fine tune some areas. I would highly recommend this book to anyone interested in improving or maintaining their relationships with others; whether it’s family, friends, self or spiritual. Well done Myrna!!!

[Xulon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Relationships are one of the most important parts of our lives, yet we often give them the least amount of attention and care. For any individual wanting to have better relationships, “How to Build a Lasting Loving Relationship” is the essential guide to improving your relationships by creating your own relationship foundation so that you can cultivate strong connections with the people who are closest to you. By examining those vital components of healthy and loving relationships, this book will allow you to recognize areas that need work and will provide you with the necessary tools to make those improvements. No matter where you may be in your relationships, “How to Build a Lasting Loving Relationship” will help you strengthen the ties between you and your loved one, and will allow you to live, love, and grow together.

[Paula Mantel · Rating 5 out of 5]

I thoroughly enjoyed reading Myrna's easy-to-read and understand book, How to Build a Lasting, Loving Relationship: The Blueprint You Were Never Given. She nailed all of the points right on the head (pun intended)in this brilliantly insightful guide book. As a happily single person for many, many years, I now have zest for a new primary romantic relationship that I haven't felt in a very long time. My life has been extra full with over a decade caring for both aging parents and other family members. Discovery Tool #1 and #2, immediately guided me into possibility thinking for a bright future with a beloved partner. Yes, my true destiny awaits. Thank you Myrna and your life partner Bill for sharing your experiences and wisdom for the rest of us. In this day and age of high divorce rates, you two shine like a beacon of hope. Best wishes, Paula : )