How to Speak the Truth in Love

This practical guide will be invaluable in every relationship of life - especially those that don't come easy. Putting into practice the time-tested principles within this book will enable you to interact effectively with family, friends, co-workers, and other important people in your life. Learn how to:

restore the respect needed for healing damaged relationships

foster better listening skills

overcome the tendency to manipulate others in conversation

avoid the destructive effects of accusation and defensiveness

Discover the difference it makes when you know what to say, how to say it, and when to speak the truth in love - the art of true communication. You'll love the life-changing freedom that comes from telling each other the truth.

WILLIAM BACKUS was founder of the Center for Christian Psychological Services, a licensed consulting psychologist, and an ordained minister. Other books he has written include Telling Yourself the Truth and What Your Counselor Never Told You. Dr. Backus passed away in June 2005.