“A marriage bound together by commitments to exploit the other for filling one's own needs (and I fear that most marriages are built on such a basis) can legitimately be described as a "tic on a dog" relationship. Just as a hungry tic clamps on to a nourishing host in anticipation of a meal, so each partner unites with the other in the expectation of finding what his or her personal nature demands. The rather frustrating dilemma, of course, is that in such a marriage there are two tics and no dog!”
Quote by Larry Crabb
Work
The Marriage Builder: A Blueprint for Couples and Counselors
This book serves as a comprehensive resource for enhancing marital relationships, providing practical advice and tools for both individuals and professionals in the field of marriage counseling. more
Author
Larry Crabb
Larry Crabb, born in 1944, is an American Christian author and psychologist. His works primarily focus on personal growth, marital relationships, and spiritual development. Crabb's books are widely popular in the Christian community and have been translated into multiple languages. more
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