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Summary: Straightforward And On Target Advice For Couples
Review: The book presents a compelling and eye-opening viewpoint and provides a good basis for couples who want to build better skills at relating by re-examining their behaviors. While reading, I did recognize behaviors in myself that I have also engaged in but was previously not aware of. It is clear that Dr. Laura has strong beliefs and is passionately committed to her ideas and to her viewpoints. The information is presented in a straightforward manner and is often on target. Though Dr. Laura's style of communication is strong, the message and content is ultimately geared to help readers recognize their behaviors and to prevent broken relationships. I have also read another book on relationships that I found to be extremely enjoyable and helpful as well. The book is "Working On Your Relationships Doesn't Work" by Ariel and Shya Kane. This book explores a new technique geared toward mending relationships and building ones that are nurturing and fulfilling. This book uses examples from many of the Kanes' clients and associates, from their workshops and seminars, as well as from their own personal life journey. By bringing awareness to our ingrained patterns of behavior, they guide readers to discover satisfaction and increased productivity in their lives and relationships, without having to "work" on their
problems...as well as how to have a lot of fun along the way (that "fun" part is right up my alley!)
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Summary: Disappointing!
Review: The latest in her Ten Stupid Things series, this one about couples is a clunker! I ususally love Dr. Laura's writings. They tend to be down-to-earth guides on having a happier, less complicated life. But not this one. As I turned every page, I hoped for some of the great examples and wise teachings that I learned to expect from her other books. It is full of examples from her listeners, but it lacks the wisdom that should bring the examples into a meaningful thesis. The examples don't alway exemplify her points, and there are so many quotations from listeners that they lose their impact. Some even seem to contradict the very point she is trying to apply! About halfway through the book I wondered if Dr. Laura hadn't written the book just to clear out her "clever quotation" file. None of the good, simple advice on relationships, or passages about how good morals make good neighbors. Really, just a scrapbook of incohesive thoughts. Sigh.
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Summary: 10 Things Couples Do to Mess Up Their Relationships
Review: This book is a great insight for couples, its a must read!
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Summary: Great for the rough times
Review: This book is pretty good. I never thought I'd read a Dr Laura or a "chick" book but it was surprisingly good. Very helpful and right on the money in every case.
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Summary: STRONG POINTS AND WEAK POINTS ABOUND!
Review: This is a book that can prove to be beneficial to anyone is an intimate relationship. It makes no difference if one is legally married or simply a partner in a committed relationship, nor does it matter if your partner is of the opposite or same gender - the same principles for a lasting relationship apply. Dr. Laura has some good advice to give which helps provide an understanding of what it takes to make relationships work. She stresses the importance of strong communication, respect, accepting your partner as they are with all their strengths and weaknesses, and honouring your commitments to each other. If the reader is a die-hard feminist, however, they will not be overjoyed to hear what Laura has to say. In that area she exhibits signs of being in a severe time-warp! She maintains men are finding it more and more difficult to find a woman they can respect. While that may be true, judging by the number of women who come to me for counselling, I can attest to the fact that many women share the same feelings for the male gender! She also views addictions, not as illnesses but as a character defects. That theory went out the door with the horse and buggy - thank goodness. While I agree "having an addiction" has in some cases been used far too often as an excuse from everything from spousal abuse to violent crime, addictions are, nonetheless, a form of emotional illness and can also lead to serious physical medical problems. We hope dear Dr. Laura never finds herself, a family member or someone close to her suffering from this affliction. Dr. Laura offers some age-old strong advice based on realistic principles and some not so strong advice based on out-dated theories, so readers will have to form their own opinions, according to their own personal values and beliefs on whether the book is worth the investment. As a counsellor, I did not share several of her outdated opinions, but I still believe that strong lasting relationships are based on communication, honesty, respect and compassion. In that regard, I respect her views and found the book worth reading.
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Summary: Another fantastic book for Dr. Laura
Review: This is a great book that can give plenty of worthwhile advice to couples that are dating or are married, and can help settle arguments and form an even stronger bond between a man and woman. There are too many times when couples can give up too easily on a committed relationship, and Dr. Laura cites numerous examples of how this can be a serious mistake. She has good style and energy that will let readers get the message and improve their lives.
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Summary: A life changing book!
Review: This is the book to read if you want to prevent relationship disaster or deal with it. As would be expected, Dr. Laura knows how to say it like it is and make an impact! This book should belong on every shelf in every home that wants to build stronger unity. Congrats to Dr. Laura for making an impact and sharing her wisdom. She may come across a little harsh at times, but her bottom-line information is priceless.
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Summary: Some great stuff in here
Review: You know, I don't agree with about half the things Dr. Laura Schlessinger says on the radio or in any of her books. I think she's far too conservative in general, and downright repressive about religion and sexuality. Yet I keep coming back for more. Why? Because this lady has her head screwed on right. She's figured out one way to help people lead more fulfulling and committed lives, and she's not afraid to advertise it, knowing full well that she's going to get slammed for it. You've got to admire guts like that, and you really should take her ideas into consideration. There's something to be said for "traditional morality" (which encompasses things that are not necessarily moral issues at all), and its ability to make the world run more smoothly and people turn out better. Listen to Dr. Laura about the importance of true committment to your mate, about taking reponsibility for yourself, about raising your children with love and discipline. Remember that her politics do not have to agree with yours and her religious views may conflict, but this does not diminish the importance of her message. You can ignore all the moralizing fluff, but what Dr. Laura is really about is devotion to family, and responsibility in relationships of all kinds. THAT is something everyone can use a lesson in.
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