STRONG: A Guide for the Modern Man and Healthy Relationships | Kristal DeSantis

Are modern relationships harder than ever for men, or are men just missing the right tools to succeed?

On this week’s Better Health Bookshelf, I’m featuring the book STRONG: A Relationship Field Guide for the Modern Man. 

My guest author, Kristal DeSantis, is a licensed marriage and family therapist specializing in attachment, sex, and trauma. She has spent years working with first responders, veterans, and high-achieving men who struggle to navigate the evolving landscape of modern relationships.

If you’re a man who wants to be a better partner—but feels lost on how to do it—this episode is for you. 

Kristal’s book takes relationship science and translates it into practical, real-world skills men can use right away. We cover her STRONG framework, which lays out the six key pillars of a strong relationship: Safety, Trust, Respect, Openness, Nurturing, and Generosity.

This is not a book about lifting weights, dieting, or grinding harder at work. It’s about mastering modern man relationships and understanding what today’s high-value women truly seek in a partner. 

Whether you’re struggling in your relationship, looking for ways to deepen your connection, or just want to future-proof your love life, Kristal’s insights will give you the game plan you need.

WHO SHOULD LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE:

This episode is for men who want to improve their relationships and become stronger, more connected partners.

• Men looking for a roadmap to becoming a better partner in today’s changing relationship world.
• Husbands, boyfriends, and fathers who want stronger emotional connections with their partners.
• Anyone struggling with trust, communication, or intimacy and searching for practical, no-fluff advice.

FREE GIFT FROM KRISTAL:

Download a free PDF with practical exercises from her book to start improving your relationship today. 

GET THE BOOK

If you’re ready to level up in your relationships and become the best partner you can be, this book is your ultimate guide. Kristal DeSantis breaks down relationship science in a way men will actually understand and use.

Click here to buy Strong: A Relationship Field Guide for the Modern Man.