This book is for those in romantic relationships — and for those who want to be. Most couples begin their relationship accidentally - and stay in it unconsciously. The authors explore this concept of being "Fully Half Committed" and why people choose to couple differently than their parents and grandparents. Whether you are with a partner for a day or a lifetime, the authors encourage people to have conscious, intentional relationships. Through 43 concise, stand-alone chapters of observations, advice, and questions, the authors offer key ideas and strategies to work through the challenges of your romantic life. The chapters cover romantic relationship issues from cultivating intimacy to deal-breakers such as understanding low sexual desire and learning from betrayal.

Ed Risling has been in private practice in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada since 1985. Prior to starting his private practice, Ed worked in northern British Columbia as the head of an Inpatient Unit and later in Saskatoon in Child and Youth Psychiatry at University Hospital. Ed graduated in 1974 with a diploma in Psychiatric Nursing from Wascana Institute in Saskatchewan and with a degree in Social Work from the University of Regina in 1990.

Barbara Morrison has been in private practice since 2003. Prior to beginning her private practice, Barbara worked in family counseling clinics in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan and Calgary, Alberta. Barbara offers individual, couples, and family therapy. For two decades, she has facilitated workshops and presented at speaking engagements. In 1986, Barbara graduated with a degree in Social Work from the University of Regina. In 2003, she graduated with her Master’s degree in Clinical Social Work from the University of Calgary, with a specialty in couples therapy.