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Book Review: The Mediterranean Love Plan by Stephen & Misty Arterburn with Becky Johnson

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I think we can all agree that marriage takes work. But some people forget that it can and should be lots of fun, too! Even a happy marriage (like mine) can benefit from getting a refresher course in passion every now and then. I love this unique & inspiring book and eat it up. The Mediterranean Love Plan is unlike other marriage books. The authors (husband and wife) share 7 secrets to life-long passion in marriage and how these secrets are regularly practiced in the Mediterranean cultures/countries like Italy, Spain, France, Greece, and Israel. My husband and I are pretty romantic and playful. We have done several things mentioned in the book but I still found some fantastic, romantic ideas that I can't wait to apply. The book aims to help married couples enhance the joy of living and deepen the intimacy in their marriage. I like and appreciate the authors' candidness as they share their own experiences and thoughts on sex, food, fun, faith, beauty, creativity, health, and more. The book is filled with practical & helpful advice/ideas and insightful quotes. This is a book that I will definitely revisit again and again. I highly recommend it to every couple.

"What we prioritize will grow and blossom. This is a lifelong adventure in understanding one another, staying open, and reaching for humility. Reaching for each other. Creating attunement and connection is thrilling when achieved. Joy-filling, awe-inspiring, love-growing marriage is available for all who participate." (p. 29)

"A woman with inner confidence who believes she is beautiful, feminine, sexy, fun, and smart can be alluring to her husband (and everyone else) all her life." (p. 40)

"Their attitude and body language convey to each other, 'You matter. I'm fully present and enjoying every single aspect of being with you, delightful person that you are!' Who wouldn't swoon over that sort of attention? Who wouldn't feel cherished, valued, and loved?" (p. 40)

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