From Publishers Weekly
Contending that some women are "too nice," comedian and radio show host Sherry Argov has written Why Men Love Bitches: From Doormat to Dreamgirl-A Woman's Guide to Holding Her Own in a Relationship. "I'm not recommending that a woman have an abrasive disposition," Argov writes, "The woman I'm describing is kind yet strong. She doesn't give up her life, and she won't chase a man." Her sassy book is filled with scenarios and advice aimed at making women subtly stronger and self-empowered. Argov's principles, which range from the farfetched to the downright absurd, include "If you give him a feeling of power, he'll want to protect you and he'll want to give you the world" and "A little distance combined with the appearance of self-control makes him nervous that he may be losing you." The book, which has already been featured on The View and The O'Reilly Factor, should make waves with its controversial view of relationships.
Once again I found myself at Barnes and Noble. A friend recommended this book, and so there I was in the "Self Help" section. One of the gentleman that worked there, and a very good-looking one I might add, came up and asked if I need help finding anything. I couldn't find the book, and asked him to help me find "Why Men Love Bitches". I could tell he was trying very hard not to crack a smile. He quickly found the book on the shelf and then turned and asked.
"If you don't mind me asking, why are you interested in this book?"
I said coyly. "Well I've noticed many of my friends act like they don't care about their boyfriends, and the boyfriends seem to be chasing them. I want to know how it feels to be chased for a change!"
He nodded and turned to leave, but quickly said "I don't like to be treated that way, but let me know if it works, I'm here Monday through Friday from eight to five."
As far as I was concerned, the book was already working!
This book can easily be misinterpreted so it's important to read it with an open mind. You also have to know how to take a joke. The best part of this book is that a woman should never lose herself over a man. Too many woman do this and then wonder what went wrong. Have a life or get a life and always keep it. Anyone you involve yourself with will thank you for it.
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ReplyDeleteHello! Thank you for your comment. Very well stated. Many of the main points in "Why Men Love Bitches" were relevant, creating an overall point-that having independence is a value thing. I admit I had lost myself in my marriage and gave too much. It's an important lesson to never give your power away. Ahhh relationships! They are tough. I'm still learning how to navigate the waters of dating, while trying to keep my sense of self and independence.