Mistaken Identity Posted May 2, 2006 Posted May 2, 2006 That's the title of a book I'm recommending to all the lovesick OW out there (of which I was one). It contains a helpful chapter on dating married men. The author, Greg Behrendt, wrote another book titled It's Called A Breakup Because It's Broken. I've found that one helpful, too. Maybe by reading books like these, women can begin to take charge of their emotions and, consequently, their destinies.
scarletletter Posted May 2, 2006 Posted May 2, 2006 I have that book and yes, he does have some good and valid points. He is also an egotistical idiot..(I saw him on Oprah) and I am happy to say that I don't really know any men like him. Some of what he writes is hilarious and very true. After I saw him on the show, my opinion was lowered. He lost his credibility with me then. He's a typical man and I don't know how he even ever got married, much less keeps a wife.
Walking away Posted May 2, 2006 Posted May 2, 2006 I, too, have both books. And, I really like them. Lots of good info. I can also recommend "Why Men Love B*tches." It is awesome. A very empowering book.
movinon05 Posted May 2, 2006 Posted May 2, 2006 I, too, have both books. And, I really like them. Lots of good info. I can also recommend "Why Men Love B*tches." It is awesome. A very empowering book. I'm in trouble then. I can't be a bitch no matter how hard I try!
Rosalind Posted May 2, 2006 Posted May 2, 2006 I can't be a bitch no matter how hard I try! ...oh, I can be a bitch - without even trying
KnowHowLoveFeels Posted May 2, 2006 Posted May 2, 2006 I'm in trouble then. I can't be a bitch no matter how hard I try! That's why you need that book! Thanks girls for the info. I love books.
scarletletter Posted May 2, 2006 Posted May 2, 2006 I haven't read the "why men love bitches" book. Don't think I need any help in that area..lol. The "he's not into you" book does shed so much light on the single girl's dating scene. It will make you laugh out loud one minute and be pissed off the next. It is worth the read. I gave the book to one of my single friends and she was like..thanks for making me depressed more than EVER!! Like I said, loved the book...can't stand the author. If the repeat of him on Oprah ever comes on this summer, you must watch it...she gives him all kinds of hell.
OzGirl Posted May 2, 2006 Posted May 2, 2006 Maybe we should all co-author a book for MM about OW called "You're Right - She Really is Just Too Good for You". *giggle* PS: Does this post qualify me as a certified bitch now??!!!
Walking away Posted May 2, 2006 Posted May 2, 2006 Seriously, "Why Men Love Bitches" teaches you how to NOT be a doormat with men for we all know men don't respect women who don't respect themselves. It is GREAT reading! Go out and get it! Trust me, you will love it! Oh, and yeah, I have this book too: "Be honest - You're Not That Into Him Either."
movinon05 Posted May 2, 2006 Posted May 2, 2006 [quote= Oh, and yeah, I have this book too: "Be honest - You're Not That Into Him Either." Now that book I need to read!
RealityCheck Posted May 2, 2006 Posted May 2, 2006 Yes, well woman are bitches because they put up with "Men's Sh*t" Take the man away and PMS seems to become a thing of the past! *laughing*
xxrubyredxx Posted May 2, 2006 Posted May 2, 2006 That's the title of a book I'm recommending to all the lovesick OW out there....... Good reading for the wife too. After all, he can't be all that 'into the wife', if he has an OW in tow to begin with, can he??
zarathustra Posted May 2, 2006 Posted May 2, 2006 Maybe we should all co-author a book for MM about OW called "You're Right - She Really is Just Too Good for You". *giggle* PS: Does this post qualify me as a certified bitch now??!!! LOL!!! Yes, we need to co-pen this!
RealityCheck Posted May 2, 2006 Posted May 2, 2006 Zara!!! *Damn near peed my pants with that one!* We could also call it "Got News For You!"......lol That was too funny!!! Did I read that you were a writer as well? Perhaps we can co-write a book! *wink* Heck! We may even end up on Oprah!! *laughing*
zarathustra Posted May 2, 2006 Posted May 2, 2006 Zara!!! *Damn near peed my pants with that one!* We could also call it "Got News For You!"......lol That was too funny!!! Did I read that you were a writer as well? Perhaps we can co-write a book! *wink* Heck! We may even end up on Oprah!! *laughing* I don't write creatively, though I do write for a living. On the other thread, I mentioned that there's an artist block course that is offered at the college I go to for coned - I'm doing visual arts... I think that there should be some writer's block courses too. I definitely think that we need to pen a book together on this. Look how many of us are in the same position mourning a person who doesn't really genuinely feel as much as we do about the situation. Add some light humour in it and make it a fun to read self help book... I'm sure Oprah would have us on her show when we make her book club!
movinon05 Posted May 2, 2006 Posted May 2, 2006 I saw on tv recently, don't know whether it was national or local news or what, but i THINK it was good morning america. anyway, there were 4 girlfriends in high school who kept their own journal of letters to each other in those black and white marble notebooks. all throughout high school and into college, everything they did together, their feelings, etc. they are now published! I forget whatis called, but its something like "The Notebook" and its cover looks like the black and white marble notebooks. Fascinating. Their parents had to read all the stuff they did in H.S. including, sex, drugs, etc.
zarathustra Posted May 2, 2006 Posted May 2, 2006 I saw on tv recently, don't know whether it was national or local news or what, but i THINK it was good morning america. anyway, there were 4 girlfriends in high school who kept their own journal of letters to each other in those black and white marble notebooks. all throughout high school and into college, everything they did together, their feelings, etc. they are now published! I forget whatis called, but its something like "The Notebook" and its cover looks like the black and white marble notebooks. Fascinating. Their parents had to read all the stuff they did in H.S. including, sex, drugs, etc. Wow!! My high school days were really not very event-filled. I neither did drugs, nor did I even date! Late bloomer... not experienced with men... makes me an easy target with xMM who apparently has had his fair share of women prior to his marriage.
lovernotafighter Posted May 2, 2006 Posted May 2, 2006 Seriously, "Why Men Love Bitches" teaches you how to NOT be a doormat with men for we all know men don't respect women who don't respect themselves. It is GREAT reading! Go out and get it! Trust me, you will love it! Oh, and yeah, I have this book too: "Be honest - You're Not That Into Him Either." ladies for real..this book is like becoming my bible...when ever I feel let down or I let myself down with these men..I start reading this book again. 'he's just not that into you' It kinda did open my eyes..but "why men love bitches" made me remember why these guys are after me in the first place..and reminds me how to keep my power. WA's right..it the best relationship book I have...that and 'the rules'..good stuff.
movinon05 Posted May 2, 2006 Posted May 2, 2006 So does this mean I'll become a bitch when I read it or I should become a bitch when I read it?
Walking away Posted May 3, 2006 Posted May 3, 2006 You won't be a bitch after reading it. You will be stronger and more independent after reading it. In the book they refer to a bitch as Babe In Total Control of Herself. Exactly what we all need to be! Happy reading!
beachrosie Posted May 3, 2006 Posted May 3, 2006 How about SHE is not that into you, that is why she enjoys you half the time???
OzGirl Posted May 3, 2006 Posted May 3, 2006 How about SHE is not that into you, that is why she enjoys you half the time??? My A with MM started off for being *burnt* before him and thinking men are just no good full time - in fact, they're painful. But, part time, yeah, that would be okay. Ironically, I feel that way again NOW (having split with MM about 8 months ago now). Maybe that's how I should introduce myself to men...lol...."Hi, my name is Ozgirl and chances are, I won't be that *in* to you, so if you could just hang around no more than half the time, that would be GREAT!". I'm laughing, but not really....lol.
KnowHowLoveFeels Posted May 3, 2006 Posted May 3, 2006 How about SHE is not that into you, that is why she enjoys you half the time??? So funny... yet so true!
lovernotafighter Posted May 3, 2006 Posted May 3, 2006 My A with MM started off for being *burnt* before him and thinking men are just no good full time - in fact, they're painful. But, part time, yeah, that would be okay. Ironically, I feel that way again NOW (having split with MM about 8 months ago now). Maybe that's how I should introduce myself to men...lol...."Hi, my name is Ozgirl and chances are, I won't be that *in* to you, so if you could just hang around no more than half the time, that would be GREAT!". I'm laughing, but not really....lol. agreed..this will be me "Hi my name is So and So,I like you but not like like, so if you'd kindly not pressure me into not having a serious relationship with you say..for the next 5 years, I'll gladly give you 1/4 of my time"
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