The most popular book on male-female relationships in years, selling to date over 800,000 copies is a book you probably never heard of.
The author says, "I was amazed at the reaction I have had from so many men about this book. So many of them are so unhappy. They feel emotionally abused by the women in their lives"
"Women have been told for so long that men are powerful and that women are always victims that they believe it. They expect men to be understanding of them, even when they are hostile, dismissive and undermining to the men in their lives. In truth men are fairly simple. They are born and raised by women. The acceptance and love of a woman is central to their whole lives. The woman, who knows that and is wise enough to use that power benevolently will have a happy life."
I learned about "The Proper Care and Feeding of Husbands" by Laura Schlessinger in Blyth Spirit. Myrna Blyth was a long time editor of Ladies Home Journal and founding editor of More. Her book: "Spin Sisters: How the Women of the Media Sell Unhappiness."
Posted by Jill Fallon at June 10, 2004 10:56 AM | Permalink
I am having a real hard time trusting again. I was married for 16yrs and though out those years I found out that my wife was constantly lying to me about everything from bills to having afairs. She had me believing that I couldnt do anything for myself and I was an idiot. She took away my confidence (which I am slowly getting back thanks to my kids who live with me and the girl I am seeing). I really love this girl and she loves me but I am having such a hard time trusting anyone right now. I am scared that my fears and insucurities are going to drive her away. I am scared to let her know how much she means to me for fear that she to will use it against me. Can you over any advice or help me please.