Book Review: Relationship Rescue

I recently read the book Relationship Rescue by Phil McGraw PhD. The following is my review. The Dr. Phil show is very popular with helping people in confronting and solving their problems. His book is in the same POV as his show. That is, find the real problem and fix it. It's written in a very no-nonsense style that is refreshing in a sea of relationship self help books.

Relationship Rescue suggests that you receive marital or personal counseling to help you. While that is a good idea in theory, some of us can't afford or are not able to see a therapist. Dr. Phil urges couples to confront their problem(s). If the issues are ignored, then the relationship will only continue to wither away.

Dr. Phil's method teaches both partners to work on their relationship. He stresses that they need to put a lot of effort into saving their love and to expect their partner to do the same. If you believe that your partner is the reason for the problems in your relationship, Dr. Phil advises you to look at your own motives and issues.

Relationship Rescue gives the reader many questions to answer regarding their relationship and problems. It is very in depth and will help you to analyze and focus on what is wrong. This is not a quick fix. You need to be serious about this or it will fail. It will take a lot of work on both of your parts to be successful.

Relationship Rescue advocates both partners changing their POV of the relationship. It's important to be optimistic about your relationship with your partner. If you are pessimistic about your relationship, your problems will seem worse than they really are. You should focus on the good things and stay upbeat.

As on his show, Dr. Phil relates a no B.S. tactic to helping people. He's honest that this will take work if you really want to save your relationship. Dr. Phil has a proven track record with helping those in crisis and bringing them back together. This is a recommended book for those serious about avoiding a break up.