
Confessions of a Terrible Husband
Lessons Learned from a Lumpy Couch
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Nick Pavlidis
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Nick Pavlidis
About this listen
For years, Nick Pavlidis felt stuck.
He worked hard, believing he was doing what was best for his family. Over the years, the combination of long hours, unpredictable schedules, and a growing family took its toll.
Nick tried everything he could think of to improve his marriage, but nothing worked - including nights on that old couch. Nick soon realized he was not only the problem in the relationship, but also the solution.
In Confessions of a Terrible Husband: Lessons Learned from a Lumpy Couch, Nick takes you inside the mind (and house) of a husband who thought he knew it all.
Nick's story is honest, funny, and hopeful. Both husbands and wives will enjoy the process he undertook to become a more loving and engaged husband and father - a process you can explore to grow your relationship, too, no matter how great it already is.
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- Kindle Customer
- 03-12-16
Short and Compelling
Nick shares his story of finding balance...As an up and coming lawyer Nick had to decide what was more important...anyone can benefit from Nock's perspective and truth...
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- Jim W
- 04-11-16
A Great Way To Improve Your Relationships!
Would you listen to Confessions of a Terrible Husband again? Why?
Yes! Being married is hard. This book is filled with practical, helpful action steps to help you improve your relationship with your spouse.
What was one of the most memorable moments of Confessions of a Terrible Husband?
The personal stories are a really nice touch. You can just tell they are authentic and honest.
Have you listened to any of Nick Pavlidis’s other performances before? How does this one compare?
No I haven't. But I enjoyed this one!
What insight do you think you’ll apply from Confessions of a Terrible Husband?
To be more considerate in MANY ways I've never considered. This book really will improve my marriage.
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- nick licursi
- 04-22-24
Great beginner book for husbands. Engaging!
This is simple and spot on. I appreciate that it's a quick listen for the busy husbands. thank you!
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- David Mike
- 03-14-16
I highy reccomend this book.
If there is anyone out there who doesn't need a marriage tune-up, I would love to meet them. For everyone else in the world, this book gives a candid look into how Nick identified some problems areas in his marriage as well as the ways he redirected his behavior to shift the focus off of himself and onto his wife. Nick's writing style is humorous, intellegent and dead on track. I could see myself in some of his problem areas. Thank you Nick for your honesty and transparency. Buy this book! I will be listening many more times
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- Enoc T.
- 09-22-16
Amazing book.
I would recommend this book to anyone looking to improve a relationship with a significant other. Applying the principles I've learned through this book I am looking to improve as a friend, husband and man.
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- B. Russell
- 03-17-16
A great gauge for measuring your marriage's health
Would you consider the audio edition of Confessions of a Terrible Husband to be better than the print version?
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There are certain circumstances that cause you to react in certain ways. Nick targeted the circumstances in his marriage that led him to react badly, so he could be prepared to react better in the future. He has awesome advice on how to change your reactions and improve your marriage, so you be the man your wife wants and deserves.
This is an awesome resource to check the health of your marriage. We all need to check it now and then, use this as a gauge to see how you're doing. It's an easy listen and Nick Pavlidas has great ideas to better any marriage!
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- Marissa Kaczmarek
- 01-18-22
A Good Short Listen - Female Review
So I picked this book to try to see into a man's perspective on relationships and what a man would recommend to another man. I think the Author Nick gives a lot of good feedback on being hardworking and successful but, also on how to balance family life. Which as a female is what I am seeking in my relationship.
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- C. Duffley
- 04-02-17
Awesome Insight an Lessons
Thank you Nick for your honesty on a subject that is often avoided in many relationships. We must all overcome laziness or weakness and man-up! This is a life long process never give up!!!
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Steve Duffley Manchester NH
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- Shane
- 02-07-22
Life changing
This book has literally changed my perspective on our marriage. I am so thankful for Nick for sharing his story.
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- Charles Johnston
- 03-29-16
Every husband should get this book!
A quick listen full of personal insight that many husbands can either relate to or learn to avoid. Nick makes the listen enjoyable dosed with occasional humor from his own errors in marriage. Pick up your copy today, cannot wait for the next edition of the lumpy couch story.
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