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Summary: Very Poor Choice for Any Single Man, Man-Hostile
Review: Smalley mixes totally outdated stereotypes from the pre-late 60s America (think "Leave It to Beaver") with somewhat subtle man-hating feminism. There is a word for a single man who would embrace Smalley's strange philosophy: STEPDAD. Most American women will go through 2-3 serious, live-in relationships (married or not); no one even bats an eye when a woman has children by 2 or more men these days. Smalley encourages men to be wimpy, apologetic, and hesitant. Yet, the overwhelming majority of single women mate with confident, decisive, spontaneous men. Once these confident, decisive guys have served their purpose and the woman tires of them (or the alpha male trades up to a younger or more attractive lover) *then* the guy who would folow Smalley's flawed advice would be tabbed to be the stepdad who actually has to raise the kid(s) and financially nurture the woman through her middle age years. Smalley also ignores the fact that women regard a man's financial situation as crucially important when selecting a husband.
If a man marries a truly religious woman with a conservative lifestyle, then, and only then, this book might work. A man-hating media (both magazines and esp. television) insure there are precious few women like that anymore. Increasing numbers of American women are going overseas in search of family-centered brides. When Smalley was "hot" for a brief time in the mid-90s he made the now embarrassing choice of "Sweatshop" Kathy Lee and hubby Frank Gifford (whose cheating on Kathy made tabloid headlines for months) as the ideal couple for his long-departed infomerials. Single men should search out Tom Leykis' Leykis 101 to build their dating philosophy around.
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Summary: If Only He Knew Review
Review: This book completely allows a man to look at the world-love, marriage, children, relationships-through the eyes of a woman. Gary Smalley's insight is brilliant!
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Summary: Every man needs this-women too!
Review: This book explains why relationships don`t work better than any I`ve ever read-and I`ve read a lot.It should be required reading for all engaged couples. He uses Bible wisdom-a plus. Most others concentrate on women pleasing men. This one gets down to real feelings and damage caused by inconsideration in their daily life that is poisoning the relationship.
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Summary: This man knows what a women needs and wants from a man.
Review: This book is absolutely the greatest. It really makes it clear what a woman needs to feel loved and cherished. I was astounded at how easy it was to read and have shared this with many male friends who have wanted to improve their relationships. I also do couples counciling and recommend the men read this as a helpful aid to improving their understanding of how to meet their wives needs.
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Summary: This is the essence of a woman!
Review: This book is so true! Every relationship that is healthy and good (according to both the man and woman) is based on the ideas of this book.MEN: If you are having problems in your relationship, READ THIS BOOK! The general theories are accurate. If you do the things suggested by G.Smalley then you will benefit. If for no other reason, do it for yourself. If you want to do more "guy things" without nagging or "relationship talks" then read the book and do what it says. At least try it for a month. I'm sure you'll be the one to come up smiling!
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Summary: Get this book if you want a Great Marriage!!!!
Review: This book saved our marriage, and I reccomend this book to all husbands that want to have it all in their marriage. The changes in your wifes attitde about you and your relationship will change over night and you reap the benifits.
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Summary: Required Reading for Married or Soon-To-Be Married Men!
Review: This book should be "required reading" before any state issues a marriage license to a man! Plain talk about how we men really don't understand how our wives "operate"... but Gary doesn't stop at the "how they work" and goes on to help us overcome our bone-headed ways and build a great relationship with our wives. I know, because I was one of the boneheads that had to read the book AFTER I had done all the wrong things. But, thank God, I was lead to this book, read it with an open mind and heart, and began practicing building a quality relationship with my wife. We've been married for nearly 27 years now, and are absolute best friends... and I attribute this book's affect on my life for a lot of the success I had in getting to this point! You won't be sorry for reading it... I promise!
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Summary: Required Reading for Married or Soon-To-Be Married Men!
Review: This book should be "required reading" before any state issues a marriage license to a man! Plain talk about how we men really don't understand how our wives "operate"... but Gary doesn't stop at the "how they work" and goes on to help us overcome our bone-headed ways and build a great relationship with our wives. I know, because I was one of the boneheads that had to read the book AFTER I had done all the wrong things. But, thank God, I was lead to this book, read it with an open mind and heart, and began practicing building a quality relationship with my wife. We've been married for nearly 27 years now, and are absolute best friends... and I attribute this book's affect on my life for a lot of the success I had in getting to this point! You won't be sorry for reading it... I promise!
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Summary: If He Only Knew
Review: This incredible book has changed my life. Having been married for over 6 years, I thought I knew all there was to know about marriage. Thankfully, this book opened my eyes and pointed out the ways I had contributed to, and in many cases directly caused the problems in our marriage. I'm more preceptive than ever before and have made a devotion to cherish and honor my wife for the rest our lives. This book has absolutely changed my life and saved our marriage. If you want to genuinely love your wife, read this book and follow the suggestions. You'll be amazed how great your marriage can be. A personal thank you to Gary Smalley for writing this book and showing me how to love my wife the way she needs to be loved.
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Summary: Buy it and READ IT!
Review: This is a WONDERFUL book, quick and easy to read, yet chockfull of great advice. Smalley described my wife (and her complaints about our relationship) perfectly. In fact, I was astounded by how well he voiced her issues -- almost word for word! Also provided a good understanding of why she felt that way and how I could realign my priorities and renew my relationship. The best book I've read on the topic.
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