Required Relationship Reading

For callers with relationship inquiries, I suggest three books.

The Rules by Ellen Fein and Sherrie Schneider

This isn’t just a list of rules for dating. It’s more importantly, a list of rules for self-respect — with some great eye-openers into relationships in general.

The Secret by Rhonda Byrne

This book teaches how to use the power of attraction to change your life. When our lives seem to take a downturn, it’s very easy to start thinking negative thoughts, which in turn, attracts more negative things into our lives. By catching ourselves, and turning our thoughts into positive ones, it’s easier to attract the positive and turn our lives around.

It’s Called a Breakup Because it’s Broken by Greg Behrendt and Amiira Ruotola-Behrendt

This book was my absolute savior during my own recent breakup. It’s a true reality check, not only for a breakup, but it’s very empowering — no matter a person’s age or stage in life.