The Passion Paradox

The Passion Paradox is a wonderful guide for couples to find the sweet spot between passion and joyful comfort. We get to explore the corners of our psyches that we often hide from our partners due to confusion, vulnerability, or fear of losing them. Dr. Chalmer shares stories that we can relate to, and exercises that help us open up these potential sore points gently so that we can look at them in kindness and find the intimacy that we are truly looking for. -Katrina Bos, author of Tantric Intimacy: Discover the Magic of True Connection Dr. Chalmer's book The Passion Paradox offers a way forward for people who are stuck in painful relationship limbo. Whether you're reeling from an affair, struggling with intimacy issues, or have simply grown apart, Dr. Chalmer guides you to take stock, learn the skills you need, and move forward, whether that means staying together or splitting up. I recommend this book for individuals, couples, and the people who are helping them heal. -Janis Abrahms Spring, Ph.D., bestselling author of After the Affair Dr. Chalmer's book The Passion Paradox provides an immensely helpful approach to re-viewing one's relationship. His workbook's ideas and exercises rest on the essential dignity of each person in a relationship, and his compassion, wit, and embracing of human imperfection underwrite this exceptionally useful, practical, growth-supporting workbook. What a wonderful contribution to our field! -Jean Pieniadz, Ph.D., Clinical Psychologist/Psychoanalyst, and Co-author, Dialogue Therapy for Couples and Real Dialogue for Opposing Sides: Methods Based on Psychoanalysis and Mindfulness