The Game- Penetrating the Secret Society of Pickup Artists

5 stars (An interesting, and mechanical way to approach meeting with the opposite sex) - This book is absolutely filled with interesting theories on the art of social interaction and meeting women for dating and sex. 1/2 autobiography of the author Neil Strauss's social life for the last two years, and 1/2 story of the dark side of "The Game" in which a group of "Pick Up Artists" move in a house together, and it eventually collapses on itself. Looking at the book, you wonder just what exactly is "The Game" and when does one stop looking at life and meeting people not as a "set" or group, drop the "routines" and play in the real world instead. 5 stars (Trust REAL reviews.) - Please note that the review below, and most if not all reviews with 1-2 star reviews, especially those calling members of the community described in this book are all by one man who i shall not name, as he is merely a disgruntled man with a vendetta against this community of individuals who's goals is self-improvement, please take a look at reviews done by the top 50 and real name reviewers. 1 stars (Wait for the Movie) - If you like to watch the TV shows "Friends", "Coupling", "How I met your mother", "Sex in the City", "The Single Guy" or "Nova" and you're looking for a story to read, than this book is for you. If you haven't read a book for pleasure for a long time but your looking for a "How To" book, then this book isn't for you. Read the book "The Sensuous Man" instead. I listened to Neil Strauss at a book signing. He "tours" with self proclaimed losers who call them themselves former losers who sell "How To Pickup Women" services. They sell nothing but air --- and that's free. If you're looking for a story but not a book reader, wait for the movie coming to theaters in 2008. ...
Regan Books :: Sociology Of Men :: Sexuality :: Sex Roles (Sociological Aspects) :: Personal Memoirs :: Men's Studies - General :: Love & Sex & Marriage :: Health&Fitness :: Healt :: The Game- Penetrating the Secret Society of Pickup Artists

 

Interviewing in Action- Relationship- Process- and Change

Interviewing in Action: Relationship, Process, and Change...
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The Proper Care and Feeding of Husbands

4 stars (Proper Care and Feeding of Husbands CD) - Very good book. It gives you a dose of reality and makes you take a look at your relationships. It helps to see the things that are taken for granted and to appreciate and understand your spouse. 5 stars (Wonderful!) - I love that Dr. Laura tell's it like it is. Every bit of her advice caused me to step back and take a look at myself and how I can better support and love my husband. 5 stars (to close to home) - Sometimes the truth hurts. Dr. Laura always tells it like it is, even when we don't realize it. My husband actually bought me this book for his birthday. After I loaned it to someone and never got it back, I decided to buy the cd. ...
HarperCollins :: Self-Help & General :: Wives :: Psychology :: Marriage :: Love & Sex & Marriage :: Love & Romance :: Husbands :: Family&Marriage :: Family Relationships :: Family & Rel :: The Proper Care and Feeding of Husbands

 

The Five Love Languages for Singles Chapman- Gary

1 stars (Devolves into Christian dogma) - When I read the original "5 languages of love" 3 years ago, it changed the way I related to the important people in my life. I also learned how to ask others to show their love in a way I could understand. So, when I saw that Chapman had written a book for singles, I ordered it immediately. I couldn't be more disappointed. While the original book presented sound and common-sense psychological research and insights, the newer "singles" book has devolved into far-right Christian dogma. While the original book was 'descriptive', telling one how to show love in a way one's mate could understand, the new book is 'prescriptive', demanding that one have "wholesome" relationships according to ultra-conservative Christian sensibility. The section on "loving touch" repeats over and over that sexuality is to be expressed only within the bounds of marriage, a view that won't help the majority of possible readers. Even if you're single, skip this disappointing book and find the original in a used bookstore. 5 stars (It is great!) - This book is great! I learned so much not only about how I like to be loved but also about how others like to be loved. It has changed my perspective on interacting with my friends, family, and future husband. I have received great responses from the people around me that I care about. 4 stars (Great book) - Chapman has done an excellent job at coming down to the fundamentals of the ways people feel loved. The love languages he describes can be in any relationship, not just dating relationships, but the book focuses on these types of relationships. He gives EXCELLENT examples of people he has counseled regarding how to show interest and affection to the one they want to develop a deeper relationship with. The book help demystify and clarify some of the communication gaps that go on in relationships. It is an easy read, and a book that I highly recommend for people look to improve their relationships, platonic ...
Northfield Press :: Sociology - General :: Social Groups :: Single people :: Religious life :: Religious aspects :: Religion :: Love & Sex & Marriage :: Love & Romance :: Love :: Christian :: The Five Love Languages for Singles (Chapman- Gary)

 

He-s Just Not That Into You- The No-Excuses Truth to Understanding Guys

5 stars (A huge smack of reminder) - Let's face it, we are not dumb. In the very deep core of our intuition and innate propensity, we know when someone isn't 'into you'. But because we are all born good beings and our instincts tells us to; first, believe and trust, we do get hurt. And continue to get hurt knowing we are hurting. Being both sympathetic and selfish, we fall into this little yet very dangerous hole called 'DENIAL'. This book is funny, painfully honest and a great smack of reminder to tell us 'we don't need to live with unhappiness and wonder if we really deserve it but embrace happiness and KNOW we deserve it. Absolutely love it. 1 stars (A sexist view of men) - If you truly believe that "Men are not complicated, although they'd like you to think they are" and "there are no mixed messages", as the product description echoes, this book may be for you-- but why do you need it? If men are so stupid, simple, and inferior, do you really need to buy a book to understand them? Men aren't dim simpletons, and you're not going to improve your understanding of them by treating them so. If you want to find and understand a man you can respect, look for books that at least respect men. ...
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Men Are from Mars- Women Are from Venus- A Practical Guide for Improving Communication and Getting W

5 stars (Classic Genius) - This is one of the books that every adult should read. I found several stories in the book which seemed like they were right out of my own life situations -- and you probably will too. It is very universal and will help you. 1 stars (Attention Sister Venuvians: We Must Punish This John Gray By Forever Denying Him Sex!!!) - The most sexist, biased, silly, unfounded, unhelpful waste of time to come from a publishing house in many a moon. This supposed relationship enhancer is the biggest example of playing with a loaded gun since the serpent in the Garden of Eden offered marriage advice to Eve. I know this is now a cult hit but I wonder how many relationships this exercise in stereotyping has busted up? Gray would have us accept that humans are without variation walking examples of either Martians or Venuvians. JMJ, but who on earth falls for this hogswallow? Apparently a lot of people by the sales numbers. Gray would like to make us think all men are confrontation-seeking warriors who reason at waist level. (Actually only half of that statement is true.) He makes a case that men dwell on this plane to spread their DNA, make quick, simple decisions and scratch themselves in public. Women, the less than sage Gray wants it know, are emotion-driven machines turned on and off by nesting instincts, the desire for endless communication and a snuggly need for flattery and security. We are supreme manipulators employing sex as the coin of the realm in the marketplace of romance. This book has all the depth of a three-panel Sunday comic strip. Unfortunately rather than going through the talk show circuit and dying a natural death in the 1990's, I saw a new edition of this was out since the one I read for a class. "Updated!" it proclaimed. What, Gray's going to admit we've evolved a little and are now in the stone age instead of the protoplasmic mating pool he seemed to think we all lived in when he first tossed this inflammatory little cartoon ...
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The Five Love Languages- How to Express Heartfelt Commitment to Your Mate

5 stars (General evaluation) - 1.Is this an in depth presentation? This book discusses the five love languages and the variants of each. The book serves primarily to introduce the reader to these languages and their "dialects". There are also many examples in the book of how the different love languages operate in the lives of married couples. I would say that the book is a very good and workable introduction to the topic, but not an in depth presentation. 2.To what extent does the author address current situations? The five love languages are applicable to all people in all situations. These love languages are as old as the human race itself and that makes the book very topical. This book develops the theme of the five love languages around the covenant of marriage. Couples where spouses are not fulfilling each other's emotional needs will find a new approach to their marriages in this book. This book can also be applied to other relationships and the reader will learn to express his love to other people in a constructive manner. The book will also sensitise the reader to his own love language making it easier to communicate his need for love to other people. 3.Was there any new information? The five love languages discussed were new information to me. The love languages are: *Words of affirmation - the love that is communicated by speaking words of edification to a person. *Quality time - the love that is communicated by setting aside specific time to spend with a person. *Receiving gifts - the love that is communicated by giving gifts to a person. The gift can also be the gift of self. *Acts of service - the love that is communicated by being a servant to someone. *Physical touch - the love that is communicated by physically touching someone. 4.What impact did the book have on me? I did a bit of soul searching while reading this book. My inability to receive love from my father suddenly became clear: He did not love me in my primary love lang...
Moody Publishers :: Marriage :: Love & Sex & Marriage :: Love & Romance :: Love :: Family&Marriage :: Family & Relationships :: Communication in marriage :: Gary Chapman :: :: The Five Love Languages- How to Express Heartfelt Commitment to Your Mate

 

The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work - A Practical Guide from the Country-s Foremost Relati

5 stars (Action oriented advice for today's couples) - I found this book to be very helpful and therapeutic. The first chapter is a little challenging to get through but after that I found practical insight into common challenges faced by today's couples as well as excercises and action items to overcome these challenges. There is a lot to read but I found it well worth the time. I would definitely recommend this book for any committed couple regardless of whether or not you have major problems in your relationship. The book sheds light on how to discuss problems in a reasonable fashion and does not put any unreasonable expectations on you to always agree with your spouse. It even acknowledges that individual relationships are likely to have their own set of perpetual problems that will never be solvable but teaches you have to cope with these issues as a couple. 5 stars (The 7 Principles for Making Marriage Work) - An excellent, research based text that offers practical information. It's about real life rather than Hallmark movie portrayals of relationships and offers many ways to work on repairing, rekindling, and maintaining loving feelings in a marriage. It's well presented, clear, easy to read and suited all readers. It ought to be required reading in high school and college so people have more realistic expectations of themselves and their partners. 5 stars (Solid Review on SEC OND Marriage book - Elizabeth and Jameson Thottam) - We bought this as our sec ond book on marriage (since we're still young at heart), and found a nice primer on does and don'ts. It covers a lot good tips on how to relate with eachother and drivers most of its analysis from insider trading tips on successful relationships. My husband, Jameson Thottam, and I lead busy work lives working across coasts (him in the mortgage company working for firms such as Battery Ventures/Loan Page, IndyMac Bank, Homestore and myself on the East Coast) and its always nice to get insights from o...
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The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work

5 stars (Action oriented advice for today's couples) - I found this book to be very helpful and therapeutic. The first chapter is a little challenging to get through but after that I found practical insight into common challenges faced by today's couples as well as excercises and action items to overcome these challenges. There is a lot to read but I found it well worth the time. I would definitely recommend this book for any committed couple regardless of whether or not you have major problems in your relationship. The book sheds light on how to discuss problems in a reasonable fashion and does not put any unreasonable expectations on you to always agree with your spouse. It even acknowledges that individual relationships are likely to have their own set of perpetual problems that will never be solvable but teaches you have to cope with these issues as a couple. 5 stars (The 7 Principles for Making Marriage Work) - An excellent, research based text that offers practical information. It's about real life rather than Hallmark movie portrayals of relationships and offers many ways to work on repairing, rekindling, and maintaining loving feelings in a marriage. It's well presented, clear, easy to read and suited all readers. It ought to be required reading in high school and college so people have more realistic expectations of themselves and their partners. 5 stars (Solid Review on SEC OND Marriage book - Elizabeth and Jameson Thottam) - We bought this as our sec ond book on marriage (since we're still young at heart), and found a nice primer on does and don'ts. It covers a lot good tips on how to relate with eachother and drivers most of its analysis from insider trading tips on successful relationships. My husband, Jameson Thottam, and I lead busy work lives working across coasts (him in the mortgage company working for firms such as Battery Ventures/Loan Page, IndyMac Bank, Homestore and myself on the East Coast) and its always nice to get insights from o...
Crown :: Psychology :: Marriage :: Love & Sex & Marriage :: Interpersonal Relations :: Family & Relationships-Marriage :: Family & Relationships-Interpersonal Relations :: :: The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work

 

300 Creative Dates- The World-s Most Romantic- Unique and Fun Dating Ideas

5 stars (Great Birthday Present) - I bought this as a birthday present for my boyfriend and told him that he could pick out one date a month that I would have to treat him to and hopefully he would let me pick out one date a month that I would like to do. We have had it for about 3 months now and we get really excited about our dates now. Before we didnt really do anything but hang out and maybe rent a movie. Now the stuff we do is actually fun and we have gotten tighter as a couple because of it. Several of my friends have expressed how jealous they are of the dates we have been going on. It is not like they are expensive or anything - just unique. There were even some fun dates that we have done that we found in the classifieds of the newspaper just like the book said. 4 stars (Unique Ideas) - There were a lot of unique ideas in this book which was really good. I never imagined there could be so many different date ideas. We are doing one each week until we do all of them - after the 6 years are up I'll post another review :) 5 stars (Thanks) - I thought I was really romantic but my girlfriend told me I needed a little help <crash> :( Upon recommendation from a friend I got this book and while some of the ideas werent us (maybe 20%) there were a lot that I have been able to use. After reading it I have to admit <blush> that I guess I am not nearly as romantic as I thought. My hat's off to this Michael Webb guy. Glad this was out there for me to get. ...
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The Romantic-s Guide to Popping the Question- 101 Award Winning Marriage Proposal Stories and Ideas

5 stars (What a great idea Michael has!) - If you haven't read Michael's bio, you should. Happily married for 12 years, he knows what he is talking about! This is a fun book with some great ideas in it! My advice? Read it...take notes...and follow the recipe! Jaci Rae is the critically acclaimed author of "Winning Points with the Woman in Your Life One Touchdown at a Time" ISBN 0974622907 and "The Ultimate Guide To Music Success" ISBN 0974622923 as well as the host of the Jaci Rae .com show. Dubbed by the media as "Racy Jaci" because of her quick wit and "The Rae of Hope," for her powerful insight. 5 stars (How To Make Adults Cry) - Even before I had a fiance I was a sucker for those proposal shows - every time I saw a real life proposal that they showed on TV, it made me cry. When it was time for me to get engaged I wanted to have a proposal that was endearing, touching and dramatic like the ones I saw on TV. This book was the start of a fantastic proposal that not only was magnificient, it also was featured on the local news and in two of our newspapers. I had some ideas of my own before reading the book, but everything I read really helped me to flesh it out and perfect it. It was definitely worth the investment. A nice bonus were the dozens of photos of some of the actual proposals featured in the book. The ring cost me $3000 so I figured I could spend a little more to make it a proposal of a lifetime and I am glad I did. 1 stars (Don't waste your money) - Don't waste your money on this book, the stories aren't any different than what you can find posted on some web site somewhere. And as far as the tips that go along with the book, you would have to be a retard not to know you shouldn't say "I'll marry you if you lose 20 pounds." The big secret to getting someone till film your proposal..........have someone ready with a camera when and where your going to do the deed. What a great idea! Save your money and think up your own idea. ...
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The Knot Ultimate Wedding Planner - Worksheets- Checklists- Etiquette- Calendars- and Answers to Fre

5 stars (The Knot Ultimate Wedding Planner ) - Very helpfull, lots of info, received right away. I recommend the book. 1 stars (A WASTE!) - I GAVE THIS BOOK TO ONE OF MY CLIENTS... NOT HELPFUL FOR PROFESSIONALS 5 stars (Great help) - Very helpful. The book asked good questions and made us think about things we wouldn't have thought of on our own. It gave some structure to the year leading up to our wedding, like when to start looking at cakes or reserving tuxedos. ...
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Men Are Like Fish- What Every Woman Needs To Know About Catching A Man

5 stars (Informative Read) - I must say I was leery about reading yet another "how to" book about dating but after strong encouragement from others who have read the book, I purchased it and must admit I was very pleased and refer back to it quite a bit. I've just recently started dating again after a long hiatus, but as this book states, I was taking care and healing self so I can attract the kind of man for me. He provides pointers and tips and believe me they actually work. This particular time in my life I have a very healthy and fun outlook towards dating. I would strongly recommend this book. 5 stars (Reel it in!) - Men Are Like Fish is a practical, humorous easy to read guide on the basics of men and women together and individually. An enjoyable book, it holds lots of anecdotes for dealing with the beginnings of relationships. Goodness knows getting started is often one of the hardest parts. The fishing analogy works perfectly! 5 stars (EXCELLENT INSIGHT) - This book gives excellent insight from the viewpoint of a man. There are lists and features in here that breakdown and explain the behavior of men from a vantage point most women do not think of. It includes reasons why guys run away and things women shouldn't do. I read this book during the time I was waiting in jury duty (between trial times) and I could not put it down. The author is straight forward and uses basic, real-life examples most people can relate to. I recommend it to any single female seeking a lasting relationship, to minimize heart ache before it happens. ...
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Why Men Won-t Commit- Getting What You Both Want Without Playing Games

1 stars (Don't Believe it Ladies! From a real man) - Men don't commit for several reasons, little of which is stated by the good Doctor. 1. Yes, men are afraid to commit because there is much to lose and little to gain in this "feel good" society for a man to get married. Many women only commit to relationships today if THEY are the able to reap the benefits whether emotional, financial, security etc. from the relationship while for men it is a lifelong journey. Fact: Many more women leave men and divorce them than men leave the woman for the very same reasons as stated above. Contrary to the Hollwood myth, most divorce is filed by the woman, near 70%. 2. It is this very self centered attitude that makes many men wonder "Does she really love me for me" and "Why would I make a commitment because if we divorce I lose everything". So, ladies the Doctor is right about some things but wrong in many others. If you really love your man, tell him and show him. Be honest with him, don't play games and if you don't love him for him, with all his faults. Then you don't love him. 5 stars (Makes Sense) - This book makes sense. It tells you the 4 reasons a man will commit that women often aren't aware of. Also, it discusses how to argue, although the book, "The Seven Principles of Making Marriage Work: A Practical Guide from the Country's Foremost Relationship Expert" covers is best! However, this book is good at explaining why men don't/do commit, based off his research. Written for the woman's perspective. Much better than "The Rules"! Gave me confidence by realizing men also want commitment. 3 stars (Commitment Phobia) - most men do marry. women love to blame "problems with commitment" for the breakup, even if the guy marries someone else 6 months later. now single gals have another source of info for blaming their failed relationships on the guys. i've worked with single guys for more than 30 years. visit my site www.logicalmating.com.& send me an em...
Atria Books :: Love & Sex & Marriage :: Love & Romance :: Interpersonal Relations :: Human Sexuality :: Family & Relationships-Marriage :: Family & Relationships-Love & Romanc :: Why Men Won-t Commit- Getting What You Both Want Without Playing Games

 

The Rules

3 stars (Fluff with a hidden message?) - I really scoffed at this book, and didn't consider reading it until a friend of mine handed it to me and asked me to consider it with an open mind. Here's what I found: There are a series of rules that a woman MUST follow (the authors INSIST a woman must adhere to ALL of them, not "a la carte") in order to get and maintain a man's interest. They promise that if a woman sticks to the rules, a man holding out an engagement ring on bended knee will follow. Ridiculous. These rules include never talking to a man first, don't pay on dates 1-3, "training" a man to call you no later than Wednesday if he hopes to see you on Saturday, and others. I disagree especially with the final chapter on how to be a good "rules wife" that basically implies that a wife must keep quiet and appear happy even when she's not, simply because her husband is "tired" or stressed from a long day at work. It's a good thing they suggest getting therapy, because living in a charade like that would drive anybody crazy. The reedeming quality of this book is that it sends a message to women that desperate, needy, clingy, obsessive, and overly agressive behavior is unbecoming. I believe this to be true with women AND men. There are many women who are already imagining their wedding gown before their date picks them up for the first time! The book sets clear boundaries for women to not chase men who are not interested in them or who will not make a reliable partner in the future. Also, the book reminds women that men are not the equivalent of our female friends, especially in the beginning-- gabbing on and on while on the phone may not be the wisest move, although setting a timer for 10 minutes as the authors suggest is a bit excessive. It was a god tip when the authors suggested NOT talking about marriage and kids with men right off the bat, which many women shockingly do, however, if women adheres to " The Rules " they must wait until the man brings ...
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