“Slavery is at the heart of dysfunctional families. When people serve others because they are forced to do so, freedom to truly… — Gary Chapman Copy Share Image
“When a workplace becomes toxic, its poison spreads beyond its walls and into the lives of its workers and their families. In… — Gary Chapman Copy Share Image
The pattern often has been entrenched since childhood... [abusive people] don't think that there is anything wrong with them because that is… — Gary Chapman Copy Share Image
If you grew up in a dysfunctional family, then there is really no hope for you to have a good relationship. That… — Gary Chapman Copy Share Image
Very few alcoholics get into a treatment program until they are at the end of the rope, often when they feel like… — Gary Chapman Copy Share Image
“Those who say it is hypocritical to take positive action when they have negative feelings are operating on the assumption that the… — Gary Chapman Copy Share Image
Marriages are always moving from one season to another. Sometimes we find ourselves in winter--discouraged, detached, and dissatisfied; other times we experience springtime, with… — Gary Chapman Copy Share Image
Something in our nature cries out to be loved by another. Isolation is devastating to the human psyche. That is why solitary confinement is… — Gary Chapman Copy Share Image
Most of us have more potential than we will ever develop. What holds us back is often a lack of courage. — Gary Chapman Copy Share Image
On the other hand, if I walk in the house, I don't even bother to find her, I just walk in the den and… — Gary Chapman Copy Share Image
“I look for three things in hiring people. The first is personal integrity, the second is intelligence, and the third is a high energy… — Gary Chapman Copy Share Image
Love is always freely given. Love cannot be demanded. We can request things of each other, but we must never demand anything. Requests give… — Gary Chapman Copy Share Image
“Psychologist William James said that possibly the deepest human need is the need to feel appreciated.” — Gary Chapman Copy Share Image
I think that in today's world, by nature, we are all self-centered. And that often leads to selfishness. — Gary Chapman Copy Share Image
Sometimes when the spouse is really the culprit, it is hard to admit what you consider your little failures, but if you are going… — Gary Chapman Copy Share Image
“There is a third truth, which only the mature lover will be able to hear. My spouse’s criticisms about my behavior provide me with… — Gary Chapman Copy Share Image
The getting out part [of advise] may well be true. Because if you have tried the tender love thing... typically the abuser is not… — Gary Chapman Copy Share Image
I wrote this book [ Desperate Marriages] because of my own marriage. My wife and I struggled greatly in the early years of marriage.… — Gary Chapman Copy Share Image
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