Details Condition: BRAND NEW Format: Hardback ISBN: 9780008471651 Publisher: Thorsons Age Range: Adult Overview 8 Rules of Love is Jay Shetty's practical, research-backed guide to building lasting, healthy relationships. Drawing on Vedic wisdom, modern psychology and his own experience as a former monk turned bestselling author, Shetty breaks down love into clear, actionable stages. From attraction and dating to commitment, conflict and even breakups, this Sunday Times bestseller gives readers real tools rather than vague platitudes, making it an essential read for anyone who wants to love better and be loved well. About the Book Nobody formally teaches us how to love, so most of us stumble through relationships guided only by romance films, social media and trial and error. In 8 Rules of Love, Jay Shetty sets out to change that. Rather than treating love as a mysterious feeling that either happens or doesn't, he presents it as a skill that can be learned, practised and improved. The book is structured around the full arc of a relationship: how to prepare yourself before you even meet someone, how to build genuine connection on early dates, how couples can navigate conflict and grow together rather than apart, and how to handle heartbreak and starting over with resilience rather than resentment. Shetty draws on ancient Vedic philosophy passed down from his time in the monk tradition, combined with contemporary psychological research and interviews with relationship experts, therapists and everyday couples. He tackles common pitfalls such as settling for the wrong partner, mistaking intensity for intimacy, and losing yourself within a relationship. Throughout, the tone is warm, direct and refreshingly free of clichés, offering concrete exercises and reflection points rather than abstract advice. Whether a reader is single, dating, newly committed or working through a long-term partnership, the book offers a framework for understanding what healthy love actually requires and how to sustain it for the long term. Practical, step-by-step guidance instead of vague relationship platitudes Blends ancient Vedic wisdom with modern psychological research Covers the entire relationship cycle from dating to breakups Written by the bestselling author of Think Like a Monk Ideal gift for anyone starting, rebuilding or strengthening a relationship Premium hardback edition, brand new About the Author Jay Shetty was born in London to a family of Indian origin and spent time living as a monk in the Hare Krishna tradition before becoming a bestselling author, podcast host and storyteller. He is the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller Think Like a Monk and hosts the chart-topping On Purpose podcast. Shetty is known for translating ancient wisdom and monastic discipline into practical, modern guidance on purpose, mindfulness and relationships, reaching millions of readers and listeners worldwide. Why You'll Love This Book Honest, actionable and refreshingly free of clichés, 8 Rules of Love gives real tools for building and sustaining healthy relationships, making it a thoughtful gift or personal read for anyone navigating modern love. Please Note: Cover design may vary slightly; this is the UK edition hardback with ISBN 9780008471651 as shown.