This book discusses communication strategies that can be used to enhance love relationships. Part 1 focuses on the importance of communication between partners and how communication shapes relationships. Chapters highlight what good communication can do for a love life, fundamentals of communication, and strategies for overcoming fear factors and creating a relational safety zone. Part 2 contains four chapters that explore how couples tackle problems, how couples influence each other, how couples react to change, and how couples make decisions. Chapter 9 includes directions for taking the on-line Love Talk Indicator to analyze how couples communicate. Part 3 discusses how individuals can leverage their talk style and enjoy heart-to-heart talks with their partners. Chapters discuss communication gender differences, the importance of listening, when couples should not talk, and positive self-talk. Chapters include 20 exercises. 44 references.