I'd Rather Be Married has been written for single men and women searching for the right mate. Through real-life stories and practical exercises, this entertaining guide explores such topics as meeting people, breaking the ice, opening the door to intimacy, overcoming fears, staying safe, avoiding the victim trap, and getting out of the wrong relationship. Avoiding pop-psychology cliches, author Al Crowell grounds his book in proven psychological methods and findings, drawing o the stories of real people for his examples.