"In Real Love Ready, Robin Ducharme vulnerably explores the force of love beyond fairy tales and "happily ever after," offering a timely wake-up call to become more active and intentional in cultivating love in our lives. The pleasure of this book is that Robin does not simplify or sugarcoat; instead, through the honest sharing of her own complex love stories and insights from relationship experts, she reminds us that to receive real love, we must look within, tend compassionately to our wounds, and till the ground of our souls to prepare ourselves for it."

-Ramani Durvasula, PhD, Psychologist and New York Times bestselling author of It's Not You: Understanding and Healing from Narcissistic People

"Robin Ducharme offers concrete and compassionate lessons designed to strengthen our intimate relationships. She is pulling for us to connect with authenticity, intentionality, and skill!"

-Alexandra H. Solomon, PhD, adjunct professor at Northwestern University, bestselling author of Love Every Day, and host of the podcast Reimagining Love

"Robin Ducharme leads with heart, in her work, in her voice, and on the page. In Real Love Ready, she gently guides readers through the brave work of unlearning dysfunctional patterns and creating healthier relationships, loving boundaries, and real emotional growth. The world needs this book more than ever."

-Terri Cole, Psychotherapist and author of Boundary Boss and Too Much

"Robin Ducharme weaves the hard-earned lessons of her own healing journey together with insights from today's most trusted relationship and relational experts to create a guide that feels honest, generous, and deeply human. Real Love Ready invites readers to unlearn old patterns, meet themselves with greater compassion, and practice love as a daily, intentional choice. A beautiful companion for anyone seeking deeper connection with themselves and with others."

-Laura Berman, PhD, New York Times bestselling author, host of Language of Love Podcast