Starting Right is part of the Love and Marriage series. This is a practical, how/-to book by a Ph.D marriage therapist. It is intended for couples at the beginning of marriage or committed relationship and for any couple who want to "start right" later in their relationship. The book teaches the importance of discussing the assumptions each partner has about what he or she expects to give and receive in the relationship. It stresses the importance of strong individual boundaries in creating a vital couple relationship. It introduces a process of negotiation that reduces conflict. The author explains how heart-centered love can be a transformative force for healing our suffering world.