From the leading research scientist on marriage and family and author of the million-copy bestseller The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work, a program of eight lively, conversation-based dates for couples to capture essential conversations for a lifetime of love and commitment.

The conversations that matter -- Your date night -- The four skills of intimate conversation -- The art of listening -- Date 1. Lean on me: trust & commitment -- Date 2. Agree to disagree: addressing conflict -- Date 3. Let's get it on: sex & intimacy -- Date 4. The cost of love: work & money -- Date 5. Room to grow: family -- Date 6. Play with me: fun & adventure -- Date 7. Something to believe in: growth & spirituality -- Date 8. A lifetime of love: dreams -- Conclusion: Cherish each other -- Appendix: More open-ended questions -- Bonus date night exercise.