The Healthy Marriage Toolkit
Resource Recommendations To Help You Build The Marriage You Desire And Deserve.
Every household needs a toolkit for minor (or major) repairs. Here’s our list of what needs to be in your Healthy Marriage Toolkit.
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Books
Programs
Healthy Marriage Academy Courses
Articles
Movies
Positive Living
Books
Marriage Communication
Important books on communication and connection in marriage.
General Communication
- Gottman PhD, John (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 320 Pages – 05/05/2015 (Publication Date) – Harmony (Publisher)
- Senarighi PhD CPC, Gina (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 256 Pages – 07/28/2020 (Publication Date) – Zeitgeist (Publisher)
- Kusi, Marcus (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 146 Pages – 07/31/2017 (Publication Date) – Our Peaceful Family (Publisher)
- Amazon Kindle Edition
- Leal III, Bento C. (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- Audible Audiobook
- Michael S. Sorensen (Author) – Michael S. Sorensen (Narrator)
- English (Publication Language)
- H. Norman Wright (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 238 Pages – 10/31/2012 (Publication Date) – Bethany House Publishers (Publisher)
- Used Book in Good Condition
- Chapman, Gary (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- Kusi, Marcus (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 188 Pages – 08/30/2018 (Publication Date) – Our Peaceful Family (Publisher)
- Robinson, Jonathan (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 176 Pages – 08/23/2012 (Publication Date) – Conari Press (Publisher)
Love Languages Series
- Chapman, Gary (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 224 Pages – 06/01/2024 (Publication Date) – Northfield Publishing (Publisher)
- Chapman, Gary (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 224 Pages – 05/01/2016 (Publication Date) – Northfield Publishing (Publisher)
- Chapman, Gary (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 304 Pages – 06/04/2024 (Publication Date) – Northfield Publishing (Publisher)
- Amazon Kindle Edition
- Chapman, Gary (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- Chapman, Gary (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 112 Pages – 11/07/2023 (Publication Date) – Northfield Publishing (Publisher)
- Smalley, Gary (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 336 Pages – 04/17/2018 (Publication Date) – Focus on the Family (Publisher)
- Amazon Kindle Edition
- Chapman, Gary (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
Boundaries Series
- Cloud, Henry (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 208 Pages – 02/01/2000 (Publication Date) – Zondervan (Publisher)
- Cloud, Henry (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 144 Pages – 08/01/2002 (Publication Date) – HarperChristian Resources (Publisher)
- Audible Audiobook
- John Townsend (Author) – Henry O. Arnold (Narrator)
- English (Publication Language)
- Henry Cloud (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- Zondervan (Publisher)
- Cloud, Henry (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 256 Pages – 08/01/2002 (Publication Date) – Zondervan (Publisher)
- Audible Audiobook
- Henry Cloud (Author) – Henry O. Arnold (Narrator)
- English (Publication Language)
- Author: Townsend, John.
- Publisher: Zondervan
- Pages: 288
Conversation Starters
- Spark Meaningful Conversations: TableTopics Original is a collection of 135 fun and thought-provoking questions covering a wide range of topics. The…
- Elevate Social Occasions: Whether you’re enjoying a glass of wine with friends, gathering for a casual chat with coworkers, or simply spending time with…
- Ice Breakers that Create Connection: TableTopics Original is a fantastic tool for fostering connections among diverse groups of people. Whether you’re with…
- JUMPSTART NOSTALGIC MEMORIES: This cute, compact tin is filled with 50 thoughtful and playful questions to inspire great family conversations.
- PERFECT FOR FAMILIES: With a wide range of intriguing questions about the past, present, and future, this family-friendly party game leads to interesting…
- FACILITATES BONDING: These cards make it easy to break the ice at the next family dinner and learn new things about each other.
- FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY: Family talk is a creative and engaging game that allows for hilarious conversations and discussion to spark with every question in…
- TRAVEL GAME: Coming complete with a durable clip, Family talk can be taken just about anywhere for family fun no matter where the day may take you whether…
- AWARD WINNING: The winner of the Dr. Toy Top 10 Games, iParenting Media, National Parenting Center Seal of Approval, and Learning Magazine’s Teachers…
- Theo Koffler (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 58 Pages – 10/31/2017 (Publication Date) – PESI Publishing, Inc. (Publisher)
- Hardcover Book
- Gary Chapman (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 101 More Conversation Starters for Couples By Chapman Gary D Presson Ramon L
- Chapman, Gary (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- Deepen your connection with God and each other: Foster a stronger bond with your partner and with God through 103 thought-provoking conversation cards for…
- Versatile usage for every relationship stage: Whether you’ve just met or have been together for decades, whether you’re engaged, newly married, or…
- Explore Biblical stories: Gain insights from the timeless wisdom of biblical couples, encouraging you to reflect on their experiences. From the story of…
- Hardcover Book
- Gary Chapman (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
Marriage Values
Resources on shared values and core values in marriage.
- Audible Audiobook
- Dr. Emerson Eggerichs (Author) – Dr. Emerson Eggerichs (Narrator)
- English (Publication Language)
- Eggerichs, Dr. Emerson (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 232 Pages – 07/30/2005 (Publication Date) – Thomas Nelson (Publisher)
- Eggerichs, Dr. Emerson (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 368 Pages – 09/17/2009 (Publication Date) – Thomas Nelson (Publisher)
- Audible Audiobook
- Emerson Eggerichs (Author) – Jonathan Eggerichs (Narrator)
- English (Publication Language)
- Amazon Kindle Edition
- Roberts, Karolyne (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- Gottman PhD, John (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 320 Pages – 05/05/2015 (Publication Date) – Harmony (Publisher)
- Used Book in Good Condition
- Gottman Ph.D., John (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- Amazon Prime Video (Video on Demand)
- — (Director)
- (Playback Language)
- Author: Gottman, John PhD.
- Publisher: Simon & Schuster
- Pages: 240
Marriage Trust
- Audible Audiobook
- John M. Gottman Ph.D. (Author) – J. Charles (Narrator)
- English (Publication Language)
- Audible Audiobook
- Dr. Larry Crabb (Author) – Dick Hill (Narrator)
- English (Publication Language)
- Evans, Jimmy (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 332 Pages – 08/27/2019 (Publication Date) – XO Publishing (Publisher)
- Evans, Jimmy (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 84 Pages – 04/15/2020 (Publication Date) – XO Publishing (Publisher)
- Evans, Jimmy (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 160 Pages – 11/25/2018 (Publication Date) – Independently published (Publisher)
- Jimmy Evans (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 330 Pages – 12/14/2018 (Publication Date) – XO Publishing (Publisher)
Marriage Intimacy
Resources on physical intimacy and sex.
- Amazon Kindle Edition
- Kusi, Marcus (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- Amazon Kindle Edition
- DiLorenzo, Alisa (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- Amazon Kindle Edition
- Workbooks, Blue Rock Couples (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- Workbooks, Blue Rock Couples (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 43 Pages – 01/17/2020 (Publication Date) – Independently published (Publisher)
- Second Edition
- Sproul, R.C. (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- Ed Wheat MD (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 288 Pages – 01/11/2022 (Publication Date) – Revell (Publisher)
- Konzen, Dr. Jennifer (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 312 Pages – 06/25/2016 (Publication Date) – Konzen Publishing (Publisher)
Marriage Help
Resources to help you get your relationship back on track. Also see our section on Marriage Programs.
- Hardcover Book
- Parrott, Les (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- Baucom PhD, Dr. Lee H. (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 158 Pages – 06/08/2017 (Publication Date) – CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform (Publisher)
- Author: Gottman, John.
- Publisher: Harmony
- Pages: 336
For Men
Resources just for men.
- Audible Audiobook
- John Gottman (Author) – Eric Michael Summerer (Narrator)
- English (Publication Language)
- Hardcover Book
- Feldhahn, Shaunti (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
For Women
Resources just for women.
- Hardcover Book
- Feldhahn, Shaunti (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
Programs
Love and Respect Live Marriage Conference
Love and Respect Live Marriage Conference DVD – Small Group Kit (Includes 10 Workbooks)
There will be three major questions asked and answered in the 6+ hours of content:
1. Why do we negatively react to each other in marriage? This will be explained in what is called the Crazy Cycle.
2. How do I best motivate my spouse? The Energizing Cycle answers this question.
3. What if my spouse does not respond to me? The Rewarded Cycle informs us what to do.
Save the Marriage System by Lee Baucom
It’s More Than Just Marriage Rescue. It’s About Marriage Revived!
Who wants to be in a “mediocre” marriage relationship?
Most couples believe that their marital problems mean that they are destined to, at best, have an “okay” marriage. This could not be further from the truth. You don’t have to settle for anything less than the marriage relationship of your dreams!
Mend The Marriage by Brad Browning
It’s More Than Just Marriage Rescue. It’s About Marriage Revived!
Who wants to be in a “mediocre” marriage relationship?
Most couples believe that their marital problems mean that they are destined to, at best, have an “okay” marriage. This could not be further from the truth. You don’t have to settle for anything less than the marriage relationship of your dreams!
Movies
FireProof
A feel-good drama, Fireproof has a strong agenda: stay married, lead an honest life, and let your faith in a higher power help guide you. A still boyish-looking Kirk Cameron (Growing Pains) stars as Caleb Holt, a mercurial-tempered firefighter whose marriage is on the rocks. He clearly enjoys his status as a hero, but it comes at the expense of his marriage. His wife Catherine (Erin Bethea) is tired of the distance and wants him to make more of an effort at home, rather than surf porn on the Internet and hoard his earnings toward his dream fishing boat instead of helping out her disabled mother. Faced with impending divorce, Caleb’s dad challenges him to follow the “40-day love dare,” in which each task (cook her dinner, say nothing negative, etc.) is meant for him to better understand love and commitment and try and win his wife back.
Positive Living
- Baucom Ph.D., Lee H. (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 142 Pages – 10/09/2018 (Publication Date) – Morgan James Publishing (Publisher)
- Amazon Kindle Edition
- Baucom Ph.D., Lee H. (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- Baucom Ph.D., Lee H. (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 172 Pages – 04/24/2018 (Publication Date) – Morgan James Publishing (Publisher)
- Baucom PhD, Dr. Lee H. (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 193 Pages – 07/06/2020 (Publication Date) – Independently published (Publisher)
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Check back often because we add to our recommendation list frequently. When we find new programs, we try to include them so you can have access to the latest and best programs to build a healthy marriage.