My husband earned major points this summer when he brought along the book on tape, Men are From Mars and Women are from Venus, on our vacation. Not only was it a huge gesture on his part, but the book was very relevant to several of our communication issues, and I felt better just sitting and listening with him.
His attempt to make things better was HUGE, and the book was surprisingly relevant. The biggest tip I picked up from the book was so simple. Yet, this basic element was something I rarely thought about and did only sporadically. It was to continually let him know I appreciate what he does and am glad he is here. This basic element of his feeling of satisfaction in our relationship, the cement of our friendship, would simply disappear in the chaos of work, kids, chores and running. It was a habit I had gotten out of.
I highly recommend the book, on tape, together.
