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How to Talk So Your Husband Will Listen: And Listen So Your Husband Will Talk
A woman has a powerful influence on the man in her life. But in order to empower him to become all he was meant to be, she has to be able to talk so that he will listen, and listen so that he will talk. Author Rick Johnson shares with women the secrets to bringing about positive change in the men in their lives and shows them how to recognize and affirm his good qualities.Johnson shows women the keys they need to know toencourage leadership, forgiveness, and patience in their husbandsbuild authentic masculinitydeal with a man's anger, self-centeredness, or other negative traitsand much moreEvery woman who wants to create a brighter future for both herself and her husband will benefit from this insightful and sometimes humorous insider's look into the mind of a man.
178 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 1, 2013
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About the author
Rick Johnson
22 books67 followersRick founded Better Dads, a fathering skills program, based on the urgent need to empower men to lead and serve in their families and communities. Rick's books have expanded his work to include influencing the whole family, with life-changing insights for men and women on parenting, marriage, and personal growth. Inspiring and equipping through innovative multimedia presentations and seminars, Rick's resources, methods and personal approach have been transforming the lives of men, women, and their families for over 20 years.
Rick speaks at many large conferences across the US and Canada. He is a popular keynote speaker at men’s and women’s retreats and conferences on parenting and marriage.
He is a nationally recognized expert in several areas having been asked to deliver papers at venues such as the International Convention of Adult Children of Alcoholics, County of Los Angeles Child Abuse Prevention Conference and the State of New York Fatherhood Conference. Rick’s work with men and fathers was recognized when he was invited to the White House as part of the “Champions of Change” ceremony in 2012.
Prior to becoming a bestselling author and speaker, Rick was a small business owner for 16 years, owning and operating an environmental engineering firm. He attended George Fox University receiving a Bachelor of Arts degree in Management and Organizational Leadership, and has a Masters Degree in Education from Concordia University. He is a veteran of the United States Navy, has served on the Board of Directors for several community and business associations, and coaches high school basketball in his spare time. Rick has been featured in many national publications such as New Man Magazine, Crosswalk.com, Christianity.com, Christianity Today’s Men of Integrity, Relevant Magazine, Pentecostal Evangel, Thriving Family, and Proverbs 31 Ministries Magazine.
He is the bestselling author of twelve books and has appeared on over 300 radio programs and television shows around the United States and Canada. He is the former co-host of a live, weekly radio show and a frequent guest host of other local programs. Rick is actively involved with the men’s and family ministries as well as speaking from the pulpit at his church and various other churches.
Rick and his wife Suzanne have two adult children (one deceased) and is raising an adopted granddaughter having recently re-located to Texas.
You can find out more about Rick on his web site at www.betterdads.net .
Rick speaks at many large conferences across the US and Canada. He is a popular keynote speaker at men’s and women’s retreats and conferences on parenting and marriage.
He is a nationally recognized expert in several areas having been asked to deliver papers at venues such as the International Convention of Adult Children of Alcoholics, County of Los Angeles Child Abuse Prevention Conference and the State of New York Fatherhood Conference. Rick’s work with men and fathers was recognized when he was invited to the White House as part of the “Champions of Change” ceremony in 2012.
Prior to becoming a bestselling author and speaker, Rick was a small business owner for 16 years, owning and operating an environmental engineering firm. He attended George Fox University receiving a Bachelor of Arts degree in Management and Organizational Leadership, and has a Masters Degree in Education from Concordia University. He is a veteran of the United States Navy, has served on the Board of Directors for several community and business associations, and coaches high school basketball in his spare time. Rick has been featured in many national publications such as New Man Magazine, Crosswalk.com, Christianity.com, Christianity Today’s Men of Integrity, Relevant Magazine, Pentecostal Evangel, Thriving Family, and Proverbs 31 Ministries Magazine.
He is the bestselling author of twelve books and has appeared on over 300 radio programs and television shows around the United States and Canada. He is the former co-host of a live, weekly radio show and a frequent guest host of other local programs. Rick is actively involved with the men’s and family ministries as well as speaking from the pulpit at his church and various other churches.
Rick and his wife Suzanne have two adult children (one deceased) and is raising an adopted granddaughter having recently re-located to Texas.
You can find out more about Rick on his web site at www.betterdads.net .
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January 22, 2013
*** I won this book as part of Goodreads First Read giveaway program ***
So I actually waited about a week to post my review because I wanted to see if anyone else had anything to say about this book. I also wanted to see if my opinion of this book would change in a week after reading it. My opinion has not changed and thus my original review follows.
I call BullSh*t on this book. I don’t think I am the audience Mr. Johnson had in mind when he wrote this book. I give this book two stars because it has a catchy title, it got me to enter to win this book from Goodreads, and there are some grains of truth buried in all the garbage.
* SPOILER ALERT *
So what do I not like about this book. Mr. Johnson is very contradictory. He has a whole chapter entitled “Sex is Not a Weapon” but then he describes how women should use sex to influence how men behave. He blatantly states that sex is one of women’s greatest resources and then laments for pages about how women shouldn’t have sex before marriage or live with their partner. Ummm, Mr. Johnson, I think you forgot about something. Women have sexual needs as well. Some women are not ashamed of sleeping with men but take great pleasure out of it. And, I’m sorry to shock you here, but some women think about sex more than once a day. I know, I know, shocking isn’t it!
Another irksome part of this book is how Mr. Johnson tells single women that they should figure out what sort of men they want and then disregard whatever their heart says. Just follow your head and you will find happiness. Sounds like a loveless relationship to me.
Perhaps the greatest insult to me as a woman is how Mr. Johnson believes that women should encourage men to be the spiritual leader of the household. It doesn’t matter that some women are more spiritual than the men in their lives, which he admits that his wife is, all that matters is the man should take the lead.
And just to continue the theme of what upset me about this book, it seems that women are entirely responsible for their own happiness. Because, get this, they need to first please their man before their man will do anything for them. They do this by telling their man how wonderful he is and stroking his ego. Ummm, no.
Maybe Mr. Johnson’s material would be better received by those 1950s housewives out there. Maybe I am just not the audience this book was written for. But I think Mr. Johnson needs to spend some time with women outside his closed world.
So I actually waited about a week to post my review because I wanted to see if anyone else had anything to say about this book. I also wanted to see if my opinion of this book would change in a week after reading it. My opinion has not changed and thus my original review follows.
I call BullSh*t on this book. I don’t think I am the audience Mr. Johnson had in mind when he wrote this book. I give this book two stars because it has a catchy title, it got me to enter to win this book from Goodreads, and there are some grains of truth buried in all the garbage.
* SPOILER ALERT *
So what do I not like about this book. Mr. Johnson is very contradictory. He has a whole chapter entitled “Sex is Not a Weapon” but then he describes how women should use sex to influence how men behave. He blatantly states that sex is one of women’s greatest resources and then laments for pages about how women shouldn’t have sex before marriage or live with their partner. Ummm, Mr. Johnson, I think you forgot about something. Women have sexual needs as well. Some women are not ashamed of sleeping with men but take great pleasure out of it. And, I’m sorry to shock you here, but some women think about sex more than once a day. I know, I know, shocking isn’t it!
Another irksome part of this book is how Mr. Johnson tells single women that they should figure out what sort of men they want and then disregard whatever their heart says. Just follow your head and you will find happiness. Sounds like a loveless relationship to me.
Perhaps the greatest insult to me as a woman is how Mr. Johnson believes that women should encourage men to be the spiritual leader of the household. It doesn’t matter that some women are more spiritual than the men in their lives, which he admits that his wife is, all that matters is the man should take the lead.
And just to continue the theme of what upset me about this book, it seems that women are entirely responsible for their own happiness. Because, get this, they need to first please their man before their man will do anything for them. They do this by telling their man how wonderful he is and stroking his ego. Ummm, no.
Maybe Mr. Johnson’s material would be better received by those 1950s housewives out there. Maybe I am just not the audience this book was written for. But I think Mr. Johnson needs to spend some time with women outside his closed world.
July 20, 2015
Ok, ok, I know I am not married, and not even close to being married, but this book was actually very good and gave a really good insight into the male mind. I think it's never too early to try and understand the opposite sex, and that it can be very helpful to know all these things before being married. Very well-written, relatable and understandable book, and I strongly recommend it, especially to wives who feel like they often don't understand their husbands, but also to simply curious people like me, who were still able to get something profitable out of it.
May 26, 2014
Loved it!
Loved it!
This is exactly what I needed at the right time! I should have read this before I got married. This book opened my eyes to how I could build my husband up instead of destroying him. I want to become a Man wisperer.
Loved it!
This is exactly what I needed at the right time! I should have read this before I got married. This book opened my eyes to how I could build my husband up instead of destroying him. I want to become a Man wisperer.
September 23, 2014
Do you ever feel like you and your husband speak a different language? Have you ever had a miscommunication with your husband? Ever wanted to get your husband to talk more?
If you answered yes to any of those questions then this book will help you begin to understand why. The truth is that men and women not only think differently but react differently physically as well. Many of these differences between the way men and women process something are built into our bodies and the challenges are to learn about them and make them work for us rather than trying to make us the same.
Part of this journey is asking the question, what does it mean to be a man? In a world that often equates being equal with being the same it becomes impossible to accomplish and that leads to frustration. If you expect your husband to talk and listen in the same way you do you are setting yourself up for failure with an unrealistic expectation.
The author begins by looking at the characteristics of a good man and how learning to understand those characteristics helps to communication with a man. There is also a chapter on traits that will hold men back and how that affects their communication with you. Many of these were developed at an early age influenced by the role models in their lives.
The simple truth is that men and women think, process and therefor talk in significantly different ways and when we learn and use those differences we can communicate more effectively. The key is to understand how our spouse thinks and then use those differences rather that expect them to make all the adjustments and think like we do, an impossible task. Starting with the simple reason of why we talk, women to build relationship and men to solve a problem or give facts, helps to see why we often struggle to get to the same place. Understanding the variances in the way and how long it takes us to process something and especially how we connect things together can make a major difference in getting our message through.
Coming to a basic understanding of the role of honor, respect and admiration in men and why those things are important and either enhance or block communication. Women have an incredible amount of power in their relationships and when they learn how to harness that power and can help them build tremendous relationships.
One of the key challenges today is the impact of limited, poor or even no positive male role model. The impact of a father on his daughter and their ability to communicate with men has always been and continues to be a tremendous influence on their daughters. This will help you look at the influence your father had on your communication skills with your husband.
This is a relatively easy and quick read that will give you a basic understanding of how to more effectively communicate with your husband therefor enhance your relationship.
If you answered yes to any of those questions then this book will help you begin to understand why. The truth is that men and women not only think differently but react differently physically as well. Many of these differences between the way men and women process something are built into our bodies and the challenges are to learn about them and make them work for us rather than trying to make us the same.
Part of this journey is asking the question, what does it mean to be a man? In a world that often equates being equal with being the same it becomes impossible to accomplish and that leads to frustration. If you expect your husband to talk and listen in the same way you do you are setting yourself up for failure with an unrealistic expectation.
The author begins by looking at the characteristics of a good man and how learning to understand those characteristics helps to communication with a man. There is also a chapter on traits that will hold men back and how that affects their communication with you. Many of these were developed at an early age influenced by the role models in their lives.
The simple truth is that men and women think, process and therefor talk in significantly different ways and when we learn and use those differences we can communicate more effectively. The key is to understand how our spouse thinks and then use those differences rather that expect them to make all the adjustments and think like we do, an impossible task. Starting with the simple reason of why we talk, women to build relationship and men to solve a problem or give facts, helps to see why we often struggle to get to the same place. Understanding the variances in the way and how long it takes us to process something and especially how we connect things together can make a major difference in getting our message through.
Coming to a basic understanding of the role of honor, respect and admiration in men and why those things are important and either enhance or block communication. Women have an incredible amount of power in their relationships and when they learn how to harness that power and can help them build tremendous relationships.
One of the key challenges today is the impact of limited, poor or even no positive male role model. The impact of a father on his daughter and their ability to communicate with men has always been and continues to be a tremendous influence on their daughters. This will help you look at the influence your father had on your communication skills with your husband.
This is a relatively easy and quick read that will give you a basic understanding of how to more effectively communicate with your husband therefor enhance your relationship.
June 29, 2013
How to Become a "Husband Whisperer"
Author and speaker Rick Johnson's book "How to Talk So Your Husband Will Listen" helps demystify husband-wife communication. In fact, his purpose in writing is to help women learn how to use their power of influence to help their husbands become the men they were created to be (p. 20). He wants to help wives become "husband whisperers."
He says, "As a woman you can build up a man or tear him down merely by the level of respect you give to him and the amount of faith you have in him. Your tongue wields greater power than any double-edged sword" (p. 18).
In the book Johnson addresses such topics as authentic masculinity, character traits of a good man, traits that hold a man back, differences in how men and women communicate, keys to successful communication, and powerful tools for influencing a man.
Wives, this book is guaranteed to help you better understand your man as you take a look at how men think and process information and how they communicate. You'll also find lots of practical tips you can put into practice immediately. Probably the most helpful chapter is chapter five, which highlights communication differences between men and women, but also outlines ten keys to successful communication with a man. More than anything, you'll learn to appreciate your man for being a man and not just another of your girlfriends.
Sprinkled throughout the book you'll find gray boxes with additional information or humorous anecdotes. There's "One Woman's Description of a Good Man," "Communication Needs of Men and Women," "Differences between Men and Women," "Why Men and Women Aren't Always on the Same Page," "Words That Supercharge Your Man," and others. Along the same lines, I appreciated the author's sense of humor.
If you're a wife trying to better understand your man or talk so your man will listen, this book will get you started in the right direction. Because we're so different, it may take practice, but I think the strategies Johnson presents are sure-fire ways to improve communication in any marriage. I highly recommend this book.
Note: I received a copy of the book from the publisher for this review. However, the opinions expressed in the review are my own.
Author and speaker Rick Johnson's book "How to Talk So Your Husband Will Listen" helps demystify husband-wife communication. In fact, his purpose in writing is to help women learn how to use their power of influence to help their husbands become the men they were created to be (p. 20). He wants to help wives become "husband whisperers."
He says, "As a woman you can build up a man or tear him down merely by the level of respect you give to him and the amount of faith you have in him. Your tongue wields greater power than any double-edged sword" (p. 18).
In the book Johnson addresses such topics as authentic masculinity, character traits of a good man, traits that hold a man back, differences in how men and women communicate, keys to successful communication, and powerful tools for influencing a man.
Wives, this book is guaranteed to help you better understand your man as you take a look at how men think and process information and how they communicate. You'll also find lots of practical tips you can put into practice immediately. Probably the most helpful chapter is chapter five, which highlights communication differences between men and women, but also outlines ten keys to successful communication with a man. More than anything, you'll learn to appreciate your man for being a man and not just another of your girlfriends.
Sprinkled throughout the book you'll find gray boxes with additional information or humorous anecdotes. There's "One Woman's Description of a Good Man," "Communication Needs of Men and Women," "Differences between Men and Women," "Why Men and Women Aren't Always on the Same Page," "Words That Supercharge Your Man," and others. Along the same lines, I appreciated the author's sense of humor.
If you're a wife trying to better understand your man or talk so your man will listen, this book will get you started in the right direction. Because we're so different, it may take practice, but I think the strategies Johnson presents are sure-fire ways to improve communication in any marriage. I highly recommend this book.
Note: I received a copy of the book from the publisher for this review. However, the opinions expressed in the review are my own.
July 12, 2013
I'm probably dreaming but I really expect my husband to listen to me only because I speak, and I'm afraid but I'm pretty sure he expects just the same, so i found this book really really sciovinistic and incredibly closed mind; most of the times I would say that this author is trying to teach women to be manipulative. Anyway that is just my opinion.
Probabilmente sogno, ma io mi aspetto che mio marito mi ascolti anche solo per il fatto che sto parlando e sono abbastanza sicura che lui si aspetti lo stesso trattamento, quindi ho trovato questo libro sciovinistico, maschilista ed estremamente chiuso; per essere precisi per la maggior parte del tempo ritengo che l'autore abbia insegnato alle donne i migliori modi di "manipolazione". Comunque questa è solo la mia opinione.
THANKS TO NETGALLEY AND REVELL FOR THE PREVIEW!
Probabilmente sogno, ma io mi aspetto che mio marito mi ascolti anche solo per il fatto che sto parlando e sono abbastanza sicura che lui si aspetti lo stesso trattamento, quindi ho trovato questo libro sciovinistico, maschilista ed estremamente chiuso; per essere precisi per la maggior parte del tempo ritengo che l'autore abbia insegnato alle donne i migliori modi di "manipolazione". Comunque questa è solo la mia opinione.
THANKS TO NETGALLEY AND REVELL FOR THE PREVIEW!
June 30, 2018
I bought this book at the airport at one of the Hudson News stores. I was having issues with my husband and I thought this book would shed some light on men in general. I got 50 pages in and couldn't find the energy to actually finish the book. Either my husband is a rare breed or he's from a distant planet because after reading the little bit that I did, I didn't find any of it useful. I felt the book was more about how women can and should cater to the men in their lives and that we as women should stand back and let them do what they want without consequences.
August 12, 2014
Interesting. Very Interesting. Many things to think about. Some things to talk over with my husband, to see if the author is correct and to see if my husband thinks the same way. Some generalities about men don't seem to fit my husband, the same with generalities about women, they don't always fit me.
Much to put into practice, many things that need changing in my attitudes and actions to make our 30 year marriage even better in the years to come. I want my husband to be the best man God can help him to be. I want to be a positive force and not be pulling him down. I want to be the helpmate God created me to be for him. I am such a failure some times. I have not always respected him the way God wants me to, the way he deserves to be respected... it is one thing I have really be working on lately. I am hoping this book will be a help in my growth as a Christian wife.
Much to put into practice, many things that need changing in my attitudes and actions to make our 30 year marriage even better in the years to come. I want my husband to be the best man God can help him to be. I want to be a positive force and not be pulling him down. I want to be the helpmate God created me to be for him. I am such a failure some times. I have not always respected him the way God wants me to, the way he deserves to be respected... it is one thing I have really be working on lately. I am hoping this book will be a help in my growth as a Christian wife.
February 18, 2019
My husband and I worked our way through this book together on a long drive, and we both agree this book is fairly insulting to the male species.
The author presents males as slightly more civilized versions of cavemen, still primitive in nearly all aspects of life.
Furthermore, it seems to present a perspective in dealing with males like a vending machine. If you learn how to operate it correctly, it will produce what you want.
I found it rather uninspiring and a disappointment.
The author presents males as slightly more civilized versions of cavemen, still primitive in nearly all aspects of life.
Furthermore, it seems to present a perspective in dealing with males like a vending machine. If you learn how to operate it correctly, it will produce what you want.
I found it rather uninspiring and a disappointment.
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January 15, 2022This was a helpful book in that it included more categories on how I could encourage and show my husband I love him than a lot of similar books.
Like many other similiar books, though, I wish it would give more concrete (practical) examples on how, and also give a definition on what it means to a man. For example, what does it mean for a man to feel 'validated.' I've always heard that a man needs respect respect, but when I asked my husband ways I could show him respect better, what he said surprised me, and I didn't even see it as a respect issue. So a little more clarity would be helpful here, too.
Overall, though, it was good. It was a little more broad than similar relationship books, and included the influence a girl's relationship with her father has on her choice of and relationship to her husband. There are ways I wish it could have been expanded on, but I would recommend this to any Christian woman hoping to show her husband she loves him in a way he understands better.
Like many other similiar books, though, I wish it would give more concrete (practical) examples on how, and also give a definition on what it means to a man. For example, what does it mean for a man to feel 'validated.' I've always heard that a man needs respect respect, but when I asked my husband ways I could show him respect better, what he said surprised me, and I didn't even see it as a respect issue. So a little more clarity would be helpful here, too.
Overall, though, it was good. It was a little more broad than similar relationship books, and included the influence a girl's relationship with her father has on her choice of and relationship to her husband. There are ways I wish it could have been expanded on, but I would recommend this to any Christian woman hoping to show her husband she loves him in a way he understands better.
October 7, 2021
Of course when you want to improve a relationship or an area you struggle in be prepared for a soul search as well! I read this book along with another about being a good listener and a lot of the time they went hand and hand. A lot of this I shared w my daughters even tho they are pre-teen & teen aged. Such good information in this book. Practical applications-I would have liked more in that area just bc some didn’t necessarily fit our life or bc I knew I needed more help in that area. I spent a lot of time reading through this book slowly so I could absorb it and try to apply 1 things at a time in my life. I have friends who want to borrow the book but will need to get their own bc I have my own thoughts & highlights throughout. It’s a book I would highly recommend even before marriage to know the kind of man to pray for & seek, and then how to go about a relationship together.
March 2, 2024
Picked this up in a thrift store because…well, the title was too much not to go and see what was up. Load of absolute garbage that made me pretty angry at every page turn. To use technical terms, extremely: blame-y, excuse-y, and fear monger-y.
What started as a joke did not end feeling like a joke. Yikes.
Edit: My boyfriend made some valid points, so I’m adding here - there may be a need or a place for relationship advice specific to communicating with a husband. However, the *delivery* here is not for me.
What started as a joke did not end feeling like a joke. Yikes.
Edit: My boyfriend made some valid points, so I’m adding here - there may be a need or a place for relationship advice specific to communicating with a husband. However, the *delivery* here is not for me.
July 8, 2024
Good but Definitely A Guy's Perspective
Good insight into the male mind but in essence, it was a lot "praise him and show him respect" but for the shortcomings in men it felt like a lot of "that's just just how we are". It seemed like "how to talk so your husband will listen" essentially is "don't talk so much and respect him". Yes, we should show respect to our husbands, but if you're hoping to get any advice to actually communicate better, this seemed like a lot of reasons why men won't communicate and why we just need to adjust to it
Good insight into the male mind but in essence, it was a lot "praise him and show him respect" but for the shortcomings in men it felt like a lot of "that's just just how we are". It seemed like "how to talk so your husband will listen" essentially is "don't talk so much and respect him". Yes, we should show respect to our husbands, but if you're hoping to get any advice to actually communicate better, this seemed like a lot of reasons why men won't communicate and why we just need to adjust to it
April 12, 2018
I picked up this book on a book rack at a newsstand because it was six bucks - and I was fascinated by the title.
This would be a great book for couples to read together - whether they have been together for a long time or short time.
this would also be a great book for singles who have struggled to identify and alter destructive patterns and beliefs......
And whether you identify as a "Christian" or not - ( I don't) there is tremendous wisdom here....
This would be a great book for couples to read together - whether they have been together for a long time or short time.
this would also be a great book for singles who have struggled to identify and alter destructive patterns and beliefs......
And whether you identify as a "Christian" or not - ( I don't) there is tremendous wisdom here....
April 9, 2019
I loved reading this book found it very insightful and has also helped me personally deeply. I dated my husband for more than a husband but this book helped me understand him better and be a better version of myself around him. Very well written with great examples. A must read for all who want to better their relationships.
May 18, 2017
Great read for the understanding men. I highly recommend.
February 15, 2018
its a great insight into a guys mind.
September 17, 2019
Good
I love the fact that it is christian book, and the principles are based on the bible. Every wife should read this
I love the fact that it is christian book, and the principles are based on the bible. Every wife should read this
April 21, 2020
LMFAO WTF in the victim blaming nonsense is this
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June 13, 2020Love
August 5, 2020
Excellent GODLY advice for all women
Truly what the WORD teaches. Put in simple English with every examples from the real world, about real people and real experiences
Truly what the WORD teaches. Put in simple English with every examples from the real world, about real people and real experiences
July 1, 2021
They will never listen. Even if you read this book that tries really hard to help you out and convince you. It's worth a read and a try though...
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November 13, 2022Awesome book.
January 14, 2024
Challenging, but an important, helpful read for wives, girlfriends, and proactive single girls & women alike.
February 26, 2016
I found this book to have some excellent encouragement for wives to understand their husbands. I was torn between giving it a 3 or 4 star due to the fact that I found the book a bit confusing at times. The title is "How to Talk So Your HUSBAND Will Listen: And Listen So Your HUSBAND Will Talk." For me the title was misleading. I see in the front cover that it was originally titled, "The Man Whisperer." Okay, not sure that one works for me either. The book seemed to switch from talking to wives to talking to women in general. Early in the book the author says he is assuming that the reader is married and that her man is a good man, not a bum, abuser or drug addict. I agree with his information regarding women in general and their thinking toward men. As a man, the author is funny and very factually about how men operate. I love the blatant honesty that he writes with. Overall this is a great book on the difference between men and women. We as women need to learn how to love our husbands in the way they feel loved! I recommend this book to any women who wants a little encouragement from a mans view point on how to understand her man. Chapter 6 "Power Tools for Women" was really the chapter I needed to read and found beneficial. Although, Chapter 8 "Sex Is Not a Weapon" was a great chapter too. Overall, I realize I have a GREAT MAN! He has all the great qualities most women look for and very few of "The Top 10 Things About Men That Drive Women Crazy" (Chapter 9).
February 8, 2017
I so wanted to like this book but I couldn't finish it for the life of me. It was so over the top way of thinking of helping a marriage that I couldn't get past some of his theories of women....
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January 13, 2016
3.4 -- This was a good book, but the title was too narrow. It was about so much more than talking and listening. It can help women understand how and why men think and act differently than women.
This book is published by a Christian publisher, so there are references to God and the Bible.
This book is published by a Christian publisher, so there are references to God and the Bible.
March 3, 2015
While this book did include some helpful observations on communicating with men, it also covered masculinity and the influence of fathers in children's lives. An interesting book; could give you a better understanding of your own personality and upbringing.
May 24, 2016
I love this book because it has all I need to really understand the complex way men think, it includes visual aids, and data that is very important to have a successful conversations in relationships.
March 23, 2021
I actually only read the book called How to Talk So Your Husband Will Listen by the same author, but that is not listed on goodreads. It had some good tips in it that I never thought about before, but a lot of the ideas in the book are a bit archaic and don't really apply to younger generations.
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