7 Things that Make or Break a Relationship by Paul McKenna (Edited blog post.)

"7 Things that Make or Break a Relationship" was written by Paul McKenna.  Here is a brief synopsis of some of my findings:

7 Processes

1.  Communication

2.  Action

3.  Self-Care

4.  Generosity

5.  Disagreement

6.  Learning

7.  Vision of the Future

Chapter 1: Communication

Breakers- Personal Criticism

              - Defensiveness

             -  Stonewalling

             -  Contempt

Makers-  Rapport

            -  Listening and paying attention

            -  Responding to bids

           -  Admiration and optimism

           -  The love strategy