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Summary: How to Give Your Husband a Clue About You
Review: Probably the best thing that has come out of our reading and study of this book was that my husband learned ways to express his love to me that were important to me after years of being discouraged when I didn't appear to appreciate his ways of showing love.I hope that I, also, have learned better how to communicate love to my husband. Of course, we still have work to do on rekindling the relationship, and expect that to come in time. It is important for the reader to understand that just one reading or one study does not do magic, but a lifetime of commitment in the right direction does. This is perhaps the most important message of the book. The book is definitely worth reading. Most importantly, if you are considering divorce, you can't say you've tried everything until you've read this book and really tried this approach.
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Summary: Answers Questions you didn't know you had.
Review: Everyday we are faced with Romance Questions. Why it works? Or doesn't? how can "I" make it work for me? What does he want? she want? What does it take to be loved? give love? Find love . . ? Gary Chapman's book does not have all the answers, but he certainly gives you a cheat sheet to look them up. Breaking down basic love needs into 5 "languages" Chapman takes the reader through a series of parables he experienced while counciling countless married couples. His humor and depth make for a fun easy read. Honestly, without this book, I would not be able to talk to someone, and figure out what it is he or she needs to feel appreciated, and more importantly, what we all want . . . loved.
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Summary: Unbelievable simple yet so logical!
Review: Having trouble understanding your partner? Who doesn't? But Gary D. Chapman comes to the rescue and explains us how: The five love languages. It will help you understand why things are so cocked up at home. Simply because you don't do the things that the other partner want you to do. This book explains how you can identify what that mysterious thing is! And understand what it takes to please yourself as well. Finally I get proof for not being self-indulgant for always saying "I only do the dishes because I love you" (ok, that was before I bought a dishwasher, but anyway...) A much simpler theory and approach than the Mars and Venus books - a worthy complement. And easier to follow. It will not solve all your problems (like when we guys want to dig deep into our caves and run away for some time) but it is one hell of a good start!
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Summary: Can you be that mate?
Review: I thought this book was very insightful. It made me realize that different people show "love" in different ways. Touch, words, acts of service, quality time, and gifts. I have not found my mate yet. But I realize that I love holding hands, and hugs . In order to have my love language met I think it would help to find someone else who has that same need. Then the love language will be easier to compliment.
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Summary: Brilliant
Review: This book goes far beyond the Mars/Venus concept. Not all women want to be loved the same way and neither do all men. Gary Chapman so thoughtfully and intelligentally outlines five different styles in which someone might like to be loved. Some people have problems understanding the concept. They believe they are loving because they are treating their spouse how they want to be treated. That's making the same mistake as ordering a steak cooked rare for someone just because that is the way you like it. But they want it well done. This book is not just for married couples, but anyone who wants to have a loving relationship. Here are some other recommendations for those who want to have blissful relationships. The RoMANtic's Guide by Michael Webb Creative Romance by Doug Fields Don't Sweat the Small Stuff in Love by Richard Carlson
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Summary: not helpful at all
Review: This book, in my opinion, did not relate to me at all. Not only was the book based on Christian beliefs, but also it focused on married couples. I am not married and do not use christianity as the basis for how to live a fulfilling life. This book would be more helpful to those who are married, perhaps.
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Summary: Not just for couples
Review: We talked about this book at my College Girls Bible Study, and I was intrigued by it. I am not married or even in a relationship, but I still found it extremely helpful. This book discusses the fact that people have different concepts of what "love" is. For the time being, I can apply the basic concepts of this book to any relationship, with either family or friends. I am also glad that I have read this book before starting a serious relationship because I think it will help me to be aware that I may have to show love in different ways for different people. I would highly recommend this book for anyone who is interested in learning about how to make others happy!
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Summary: So Simple
Review: Love is love is love. Or is it? I had never given much thought to the fact that we all love but we do so in different ways. After reading this book I now realize my parents loved me more than I realized because they were using a different language. I'm using this book to learn to love my spouse the way they want to be loved. An awesome companion to this book is The RoMANtic's Guide. It gives hundreds of practical ways to show love.
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Summary: Great book one bad line..
Review: I received this book from a friend after my "model marriage" had fallen apart.. I was quite impressed with the book and could relate to the many examples of couples trying to review their marriage and find the correct way to express their needs and feelings.. I have always believed that each and everyone of us are merely victims of our own upbringing, and the way you perceive love and marriage has alot to do with the example your parents provided you with.. It amazed me that Mr. Chapman based our needs on five simple gestures.. I asked myself " Could it be that simple!!!".. And after reading the chapters describing each gesture I came away with a better understanding of why "yes" it can be that simple. The trick is "making the effort" towards your spouse or loved one and "wanting" to put to use the "correct" gesture he or she needs in order to achieve a long, healthly, loving relationship. The only downfall of this book is one simple line in Mr. Chapman's acknowledgments..He mentions his wife of thirty some years and writes " If all wives loved as she does, fewer men would be looking over the fence." I can't understand how Mr. Chapman can write such a biased line. In one line he seems to put fault primarily on women for the one reason their husbands seek out extramarital affairs...Personally...After I read the book I started questioning myself concerning the demise of my marrige.. I then came to my own conclusion... I feel I could of gone "way beyond my call of duty" and provided my husband with all the right words, gestures, moments etc,that Mr. Chapman claims we all need to survive relationships...but all my effort would not have made a difference to my husband once someone much younger entered his life and gave him what obviously meant more to him than a beautiful wife, beautiful kids, and a great life..and that was an ego..
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Summary: Great book, bad cover.
Review: I'll put it simply. You'll pick it up with skepticism. You'll read it nonstop in a couple of hours. You'll feel embarrassed by your behavior towards your mate and stupid for not seeing it before. You'll feel empowered with a concrete and simple language to express your needs. You'll head home and start all over. You and she/he will do one of two things. 1 - Start making each other feel loved. 2 - Agree to move on. You've got nothing to lose. One suggestion to the publisher: Hire a new graphic designer.
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