The Mindful Path to Intimacy: Cultivating a Deeper Connection with Your Partner - Hardcover

Cordova, James V.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1462556787 ISBN 13: 9781462556786

Publisher: Guilford Press, 2025

Synopsis

Lots of couples are comfortable, but are they close? How often do you or your partner binge-watch TV alone at night, instead of cuddling on the couch? And what happened to those meaningful conversations, sharing innermost thoughts? Psychologist James Cordova knows that in a world filled with distractions and busy schedules, many couples struggle to maintain genuine closeness and understanding. In this empathic guide, he reveals how the transformative power of mindfulness can support stronger, more vibrant intimate relationships. We all yearn to feel wholly known and accepted. Through guided exercises, journaling prompts, and heartfelt stories, learn how to be truly present with your partner, resolve conflicts, and connect on a deeper level--both physically and emotionally.

About this title

About the Author

James V. Cordova, PhD, is Distinguished Professor of Psychology at Clark University. A leader in relationship research and couple therapy, he is the developer of the Marriage Checkup, an innovative approach to improving relationship health. Dr. Cordova is a longtime teacher of Zen meditation who is passionate about enriching couples' connections through both psychological insights and mindfulness. He divides his time between Worcester, Massachusetts, and Santa Fe, New Mexico.

Edition details

• Publisher: Guilford Press
• Publication date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1462556787
• ISBN 13: 9781462556786
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 230