TY - BOOK AU - Covalt,Patricia TI - What smart couples know: : the secret to a happy relationship SN - 9780814409213 U1 - 158.24 PY - 2007///] CY - New York PB - AMACOM KW - Marriage KW - Emotional intelligence N1 - Includes bibliographical references (pages 239-241) and index; Laying the foundation; Who am I? : beginning the journey; The "fun"damentals : from friendship to sex; The power of "we"; Self-esteem : can I love you if I don't love me?; The mind-body connection : health and fitness in relationships; Spirituality : frosting or foundation?; How to increase emotional intelligence for your relationship; Begin with self-awareness; Understanding and expressing your emotions; Empathizing and being attuned to your love partner; A positive attitude : maintaining hope and optimism; Maintaining a sense of self-efficacy; Delaying gratification and resisting impulses; Self-motivation ER -