The Relationship Ride: A Usable, Unusual, Transformative Guide

Dr. Julia Colwell does not buy into the cultural belief that the initial bliss of falling in love will inevitably end. In The Relationship Ride she takes the reader on a voyage of exploration that debunks common myths of what couples should "settle" for, and gives us the maps, tools, and exercises to ride the initial bliss into a long-term relationship of growth and mutual joy. Traveling this route, she tells us, "is available to anyone who is willing to go there."

"Julie Colwell is the best captain I can imagine for this adventure. She'll support, cajole, encourage, confront and catapult you into the best ride of all--loving and being loved." Kathlyn Hendricks, PhD

"This clearly is the "century of the animal." We can learn so much from nonhuman animal beings if we can carefully listen to them and respect and love them for who they are, not for what they can do for us. The Relationship Ride opens doors for how we can deeply interconnect with other beings and learn from them about hope, compassion, keeping our dreams alive, love, and intimacy. Julia Colwell writes in an easy-to-read and inviting style that will capture and keep your attention. She shows how our animal kin can be among our best teachers. I learned a lot from reading this forward-looking and significant book, and suggest that you read it and pass it along to as many people as possible. It is indeed a wild and important ride that can change lives." Marc Bekoff, PhD, Professor Emeritus