I Used To Miss Him...But My Aim Is Improving: Not Your Ordinary Breakup Survival Guide

by Alison James

Book Description Publication March 31, 2004 Breaking up is hard to do - but sweet revenge can make all the difference! With ever-increasing numbers of single people out there dating, hearts get broken every day. But today's woman needs more than a book of soppy affirmations to get her back on her feet and feeling great. I Used to Miss Him...is full of smart tips, sarcastic stories and hilarious ways to heal after a breakup. This book provides the sort of genuine advice you'd get from your best friend, but with a "rip his head off" attitude. By supporting a girl's right to be angry with her ex, this fun guide helps her rebuild her strength and confidence after he's gone. Features edgy advice on how Cash in on his lifelong guilt Look sexy and feel fabulous (then run into him at a party) Make an ex-boyfriend voodoo doll Lose the guy, keep the jewelry Advertise being single Stalk responsibly to keep him on his toes Maximize post-breakup pampering I Used to Miss Him...is the ultimate breakup survival guide for today's woman! --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Genres: Nonfiction, Self Help, Humor, Romance, Relationships

256 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2004

Reviews

[Mina Richards · Rating 4 out of 5]

My Aim is Improving

Man is the only animal that can remain on friendly terms with the victims he intends to eat until he eats them. —Samuel Butler

A good book on how to unpack your emotions during and after a breakup. Outside of the “revenge” tactics there were some great tips and information that lets young women know just how special they are…outside of him. We tend to forget that when hurting. It’s a good read for young women who battle with knowing themselves as they grow in life. It’s cheeky but effective enough to give women space to vent. I enjoyed it as an older woman and needed this as a twenty something with a broken heart. Just know that your aim will always improve as you age and one day it will land on your person…and it may be you.

[Rosehip · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book just rocks. I came across it at a second hand store while getting over a tough break-up with a co-worker. I really felt like whoever had dropped this book off had passed me on wisdom I will carry for my whole life!

This book helped me understand him, helped me to understand me and most of all helped me to actually move on and see the humour in the situation!

Just a great book that leaves you feeling fab after reading with great and truthful insights on relationships

[Casey Emerson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Totally hilarious! A book of break-up survival techniques written by a woman who has perfected break up paybacks. Slightly twisted but overall harmless. I literally laughed my way through the book : )

[KimPossible (My superpower is reading!) · Rating 3 out of 5]

Funny book for those who have broken up with someone. The tone is light-hearted, but it reminds you that life goes on and it is something we all go through at one point or another. This is a fun gift for someone going through a recent break up.

[Rachel Farreny · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book was pretty practical and had some fun quirky quotes and information but I found myself skipping around a lot. Having already ready "Exorcising Your Ex" I would definitely have chosen that book over this one as far as the "i can't put it down" craving.

[Amber · Rating 4 out of 5]

So funny! When going through this past breakup I needed the comic relief that this book provided. I couldn't put it down. Everytime I thought of him or was sad I picked this book up and read a few pages and instantly felt better.

[Grace · Rating 2 out of 5]

This book was pretty vindictive. Yes it had some good advice here and there, but maybe I'm just at a better place...this book was kind of forcefully MEAN. Not my favorite. But still an easy read. Can't believe I actually finished it. Haha.

[Nicole · Rating 4 out of 5]

Funny read with a positive, upbeat message.

[Melody · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a fun read

[Voracious · Rating 4 out of 5]

Tongue in cheek thoughts on boundaries and directing one's own life passions, with a dose of snark.

[Michelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

After my Husband left his sister felt I needed a self help book.....this book made me laugh when there was not much laughter in my life....I recommend it.

[Julie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Hilarious

[Amanda]

This book is very useful. Helped me through some bad breakups.