Episode 190 – Dr. John Gray on Relationship Dynamics, Author of “Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus”

Dr. John Gray is the author of the most well-known and trusted relationship book of all time, Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus. USA Today listed his book as one of the top 10 most influential books of the last quarter century. In hardcover, it was the #1 bestselling book of the 1990s. Dr. Gray’s books are translated into approximately 45 languages in more than 100 countries and continues to be a bestseller.

Dr. Gray has written over 20 books. His most recent book is Beyond Mars and Venus. His Mars/Venus book series has forever changed the way men and women view their relationships.

John helps men and women better understand and respect their differences in both personal and professional relationships. His approach combines specific communication techniques with healthy, nutritional choices that create the brain and body chemistry for lasting health, happiness and romance.

His many books, blogs and free online workshops at MarsVenus.com provide practical insights to improve relationships at all stages of life and love. An advocate of health and optimal brain function, he also provides natural solutions for overcoming depression, anxiety and stress to support increased energy, libido, hormonal balance and better sleep.

Dr. Gray has appeared repeatedly on Oprah, as well as on The Dr. Oz Show, TODAY, CBS This Morning, Good Morning America, and others. He has been profiled in Time, Forbes, USA Today, and People. He was also the subject of a three hour special hosted by Barbara Walters.

“Experience is your best teacher,” John explains, “Many people reach a level of education and think they know everything there is to know. Many of my colleagues and friends have degrees from prestigious schools but they spend years working alone. I encourage them to get out of their offices and labs and get into the lives of real people to gain a better understanding of how their work can make our world a better place. I don’t really hear too much about my education anymore because my theories have proven true for millions of people around the world.”

John also began counseling couples in 1982. His background as a monk and teacher, allowed him to incorporate spiritual counseling in his practice. John found parallels to meditation in men’s daily lives. “When men come home from work, they often reduce stress staring at the TV or reading, just as cavemen once stared into fires. They are thinking of their problems in silence,” John explains. “If men can’t solve their problem, they usually forget about it before they ask for advice. Eastern religions glorify such a blank mind. Nirvana is oblivion where you forget everything.”