1st Edition

Finding a Lover for Life A Gay Man's Guide to Finding a Lasting Relationship

By David Price Copyright 2002
154 Pages
by Routledge

160 Pages
by Routledge

160 Pages
by Routledge

Develop healthy, lasting relationships! Here is a terrific dating guide for single gay and bisexual men. This insightful book provides a proven strategy for creating a satisfying dating life and finding a partner who is right for you! It integrates theory and practice to help you create and develop healthy relationships, guiding you through the process of dating and relationship formation.... Read more
Contents
  • Foreword
  • Introduction: The Process or Preparation in Finding a Long-Term Partner
  • Part I. Preparation Stage--Preparing Yourself for a Lasting Relationship
  • Chapter 1. Stop Running from Commitment
  • Chapter 2. Have a Plan to Find Your Man
  • Chapter 3. Face Your Fears of Getting Close
  • Chapter 4. Don't Try to Succeed Alone
  • Chapter 5. Prepare Yourself Emotionally
  • Chapter 6. Let Go of Old Entanglements
  • Chapter 7. Make Room for a Relationship
  • Part II. Action Stage--Putting Action with Your Wishes
  • Chapter 8. Make a Compatibility Inventory
  • Chapter 9. Decide Whom You Want to Be
  • Chapter 10. Develop Your Values and Standards
  • Chapter 11. Invest in Your Dating Plan
  • Chapter 12. Dealing with Failure and Setbacks
  • Chapter 13. Watch Out for the Hidden Dangers
  • Chapter 14. Keep Up Your Momentum
  • Part III. Completion Stage--Finding and Keeping a Lasting Relationship
  • Chapter 15. Gather Information on the Date
  • Chapter 16. Open Up and Let Others In
  • Chapter 17. Take Time to Get to Know Others
  • Chapter 18. Learn from Your Bad Dates
  • Chapter 19. Don't Give Up When You Get Discouraged
  • Chapter 20. Remember to Stay Focused
  • Chapter 21. Let the Relationship Happen
  • Chapter 22. Keep the Lover You Find by Continuing to Grow
  • Appendix: Dating Journal
  • Bibliography
  • Index
  • Reference Notes Included

Biography

David Price