Guy Blaise

The French Perspective

Love Like the French: A Guide to Better Romance and Relationships

Amour Magnifique: Unveiling the French Way of Love

It's time to travel to the most romantic country in the world

and get uplifting help to find the love you want!

Did you get another unwanted image from someone you met online dating? Or maybe, you’re wondering how to keep the love alive in your marriage? Or possibly you want advice on staying with your husband for financial reasons only?

The French have a different perspective on romantic relationships and love. American women settle for too little, struggle too much, and tolerate unsatisfying sex too often. It’s time to travel to the most romantic country in the world and get uplifting help to find the love you want!

I know you’re tired of endlessly searching for books on how to have a healthy relationship, which is why Guy will reveal how to get a man and keep a long lasting relationship with him.

In Love Like the French , author Guy Blaise reveals a Frenchman's perspective about American relationships, sex, and dating. If you feel like you’re settling, this sexy guide answers questions from women like you with candid advice, offering everything you need to know for more passionate flings, sexual satisfaction, and fulfilling, balanced partnerships!

VIVE LA DIFFERENCE: A FRENCHMAN'S PERSPECTIVE ON LOVE , RESPECT AND RELATIONSHIPS

Amour Magnifique: Unveiling the French Way of Love

Have you ever wondered why the French are so good at romance? Uncover key aspects of their culture that lead to blissful relationships.

Feel like you were forced to trade your career for an unsatisfying marriage? Longing for even-handed advice about how to build a respectful partnership? Wish someone would address weird dating norms that keep getting swept under the rug?

A father to four daughters, French expat Guy Blaise has spent years watching and worrying over what’s normalized in American romantic social customs. And now he’s here to share how his native country approaches men’s and women’s roles in the hope it will spur a positive cultural shift.

Vive La Difference: A Frenchman’s Perspective on Love, Respect, and Relationships is a frank discussion of all things related to romance. Using personal anecdotes and enlightening stories, Blaise lays out a blunt comparison of how women are treated in the two countries. And after joining him in his exploration of these wide-ranging accounts, you’ll be delighted to feel your preconceptions of passion expanding.

Love Like a Man: A Frenchman's Guide to Help American Men Be Better Partners

Amour Magnifique: Unveiling the French Way of Love

Become the man your relationship deserves with this bold guide to self-awareness, romance, and commitment.

Wake up your relationship as you transform into the partner your loved one deserves. From the author of
Love Like the French comes a handbook for the American man ready to understand romance and connection.

Relationships are complex, made up of our life experiences—good and bad. If you’ve heard over and over you’re a good man but not a good partner, or you struggle with commitment, compromise, and communication in relationships, there’s still hope.

Frenchman Guy Blaise is back to guide you in this no-holds-barred look at American male-female relationships. Using real dating and relationship questions he’s received from frustrated women and partners, Guy gives you the power to enter a healthy relationship with your feet on the ground and your eyes wide open, also known in French as “realistic love.”

Surprising online dating dos and don’ts, advice vignettes observing some of the most common and complex issues in relationships, plus a list of 50 additional connection tips offer men invaluable boundaries and self-guidance for romance, intimacy, and marriage.

EVEN GOD WOULD COMPLAIN IN THE UNITED STATES: A French Odyssey in The American Dream

Amour Magnifique: Unveiling the French Way of Love


Curious about America’s heart? Join French immigrant Guy Blaise as he unveils its quirks, culture, and complexities through his personal diary.

Embark on an immersive journey into the heartbeat of the United States through the captivating lens of Guy Blaise's personal diary. A French immigrant with a keen observer's eye, Blaise unravels the historical, cultural, and political intricacies that define the American experience.

In this vivid narrative, he unveils the nuances of everyday American life-from the peculiar abundance of ice cubes in drinks to the tumultuous presence of the provocative figurehead, Donald Trump, in the political landscape.

The pages come alive with the flavors of American cuisine and the diverse quenching of thirst that mirrors the diversity of its people.

Join Blaise on this compelling exploration into the heart of an enigmatic society-one that simultaneously captivates and challenges.

Through his stark revelations and thoughtful reflections, he captures the essence of a nation where fascination and repulsion intertwine, offering readers a rich and thought-provoking way into the soul of America.

Paris and Beyond: A Couple's Guide to The Most Romantic Retreats in France

Amour Magnifique: Unveiling the French Way of Love

Ready to spark romance in France? "Paris and Beyond"

Paris and Beyond: A Couple's Guide to The Most Romantic Retreats in France" by Guy Blaise provides readers with a captivating journey through France's most romantic locations. From Parisian cobblestone streets, where whispered promises and timeless love stories unfold under Eiffel Tower shadow, to sun-kissed vineyards of Bordeaux where glasses clink in celebration of love, this guide illuminates some of its most romantic spots. From intimate bistros in hidden Parisian alleyways or serene boat rides along Seine, or lavender fields of Provence this book features recommendations tailored for couples looking for romantic experiences of France!

"Paris and Beyond" offers couples all the insight and recommendations needed to maximize their romantic escapade in France. Delve into France's vast cultural legacy, indulge in exquisite French cuisine under starlit skies, discover hidden gems that promise romance or renew passion - "Paris and Beyond" provides everything needed for an enjoyable and successful journey together! Providing descriptions with charming imagery as well as practical travel advice, "Paris and Beyond" makes an essential companion when embarking on any romantic French rendezvous.

Read Our Latest Blogs

a couple flirting

Why Intimacy Fades (And How to Bring It Back)

July 03, 20253 min read

Why Intimacy Fades (And How to Bring It Back)

intimate moment

When we talk about foreplay, most people picture a few minutes of physical touch before sex. But for many women, real foreplay starts far earlier — sometimes in the morning, sometimes days before anything physical even happens.

It starts with emotional safety. It starts when she feels seen, supported, and not alone in carrying the weight of her world.

In truth, a woman’s desire isn’t just tied to what happens in the bedroom — it’s shaped by everything that happens outside of it. Her emotional connection, the mental load she carries, her daily responsibilities, and how her partner shows up — or doesn’t — all contribute.

Tiredness and emotional exhaustion are two of the biggest intimacy killers, and they’re often misunderstood. Many women aren’t withdrawing from their partner — they’re simply drained. When everything falls on her shoulders, from parenting to planning to emotional caregiving, it’s no surprise that intimacy becomes just another task to manage.

And sometimes, women fake enjoyment — not out of deception, but out of love, or a need to avoid conflict, or a quiet hope that it will all be over soon. These are symptoms of deeper disconnect, not of disinterest or lack of love.

What women crave more than flowers or dinner reservations is partnership. Practical support — folding laundry, handling the kids, cleaning up without being asked — speaks louder than any bouquet. These daily acts of awareness are more romantic than grand gestures because they say: “I see you. I’m with you. You’re not alone in this.”

When one person continually carries the emotional and household weight of the relationship, resentment doesn’t erupt — it simmers. Quietly. Until the closeness begins to disappear.

That’s why communication is so vital. Couples must feel safe enough to speak about their desires, preferences, and emotional needs without judgment or fear. Intimacy begins with honesty, and that honesty starts with creating a space where both partners can speak and feel heard.

Desire doesn’t simply “happen.” It’s built — slowly and intentionally — through acts of care, shared responsibilities, kindness, and emotional presence. The strongest relationships are the ones where both partners commit to carrying the load of life together.

A relationship rooted in equality, where both people are emotionally invested and practically involved, is a relationship where intimacy thrives. It’s not about passion on demand — it’s about creating a life where desire has room to grow.

Because when love is nourished with attention, consistency, and connection, it doesn't just survive — it becomes something vibrant, something alive.

And that’s the kind of love worth coming home to.

Final Thought:
Intimacy isn’t a mystery or a fleeting spark—it’s a garden that needs daily care. When both partners show up fully, sharing the weight and the joy of life together, desire doesn’t just flicker—it burns steady and strong. If you want to bring intimacy back, start by being present, being kind, and being a true partner. Because real love, the kind that lasts, is built on the quiet power of connection, support, and understanding every single day.

That’s the French perspective — and it just might change the way you love forever.

a man standing

Love Differently. Love Deeply.

Bringing the timeless wisdom of French romance to modern relationships. Learn how to create passion, connection, and effortless intimacy—without the guesswork. 💕

Click to get my Free Book Today

intimacy relationshipslove like the Frenchemotional connectionlasting bondhappy coupleshonest communicationloverelationshipgoalsmental load
Back to Blog

The French Perspective Podcast

With Guy Blaise

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Guy Blaise is an author and Frenchman living and working in America. Previously, he lived in eastern France and Paris, where he witnessed the dating experiences of the strong women in his family and listened closely to his grandmother’s advice about love. After two decades of living between France and the United States—and being struck by the differences between two cultures’ approaches to romance and sex—Guy began writing books offering his insights and started The French Perspective blog.

His previous books include Love Like the French: A Guide to Better Romance and Relationships; Vive la Difference: A Frenchman’s Perspective on American Women, Love, Respect, and Relationships; Negrophobia; and Dieu Aussi se Plaindrait aux Etats-Unis.

Father to four daughters and a son, Guy enjoys spending time with his family, reading about anthropology, and performing martial arts. He is a third-degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do and has blue belts in karate and hapkido. Guy currently lives in North Carolina.

Guy Blaise

The French Perspective