The key to self-knowledge

All of us are born with distinct personality traits. Some of us live for crowds and parties; others seek solitude and time for quiet reflection. Some of us are naturally pushy, while others are content just to get along. We don’t pick and choose these traits; they’re just part of the way we’re made. In the womb, God doesn’t merely mold our body. He also gives us the temperament that colors our understanding, guides our choices, and serves as the foundation of our moral and spiritual life. Ancient philosophers identified four basic temperaments, and over the centuries, countless wise souls have used these four to understand human nature. Now comes the first Catholic book on the subject in 70 years . . . Here veteran Catholic counselor Art Bennett and his wife Laraine provide an accessible synthesis of classical wisdom, modern counseling science, and Catholic spirituality: a rich understanding of the temperaments and what they mean for you and for your family. Drawing on decades of study, prayer, and practical experience, Art and Laraine show you how to identify your own temperament and use it to become what God is calling you to be: a loving spouse, an effective parent, and a good friend. Best of all, they give you a Catholic understanding of the four temperaments that will bring you closer to God and help you discover the path to holiness that's right for you. The Temperament God Gave You: The Classic Key to Knowing Yourself,  Getting Along with Others, and Growing Closer to the Lord by Art and Laraine Bennett Paperback — 288 pages List price: $18.95 Today's Sale Price: $15.99! ORDER NOW What Readers Are Saying: "This is the book that totally changed the way I relate to others in a down-to-earth, practical way. " "One of the most insightful books I've ever read." "The knowledge you find here about the four temperaments can make an incredible difference in your personal life, your marriage, family life and all of your relationships." "This book can literally save relationships."   And for those who are married . . . Rich with temperament wisdom, The Temperament God Gave Your Spouse was designed specially for couples and is guaranteed to improve your marital communication, intimacy, and happiness. In no other human relationship is knowledge of the temperaments so critical — and so helpful — as in Christian marriage. It's only through mutual understanding of our own patterns of reaction, and those of our spouse, that we can motivate, nurture, respect, and above all, love each other with the selfless patience to which Christ calls us in the sacrament. Art and Laraine Bennett will explain: The four kinds of spouses — which kind did you marry?   How temperament affects the way you and your spouse work, pray, argue, socialize, and show affection   Tips for developing the communication skills that your temperament needs most, and for nurturing them in your spouse   All the possible temperament combinations in marriage, and how to handle the unique challenges that yours creates   Proven ways to figure out what really makes your spouse tick True marital contentment lies not in changing the way God made our loved ones, but in appreciating it — and helping them to perfect it. Read this book and discover a new world of understanding and respect for the person you married.   Get BOTH books for only $24.99! ORDER NOW