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101 Simple Ways to Show Your Husband You Love Him
"As women, we have no idea the power God has given us to encourage or discourage our husbands. We can change the way they walk through the world."—Kathi Lipp Speaker and author Kathi Lipp offers a wealth of creative ideas for how to love and encourage your husband to be the man God has called him to be. With each short, doable plan, you'll not only bless your husband—you'll bless the relationship God created when He brought the two of you together. Here are just a few of the fun ideas Kathi (along with some of her most encouraging friends) suggests to show love to your 101 Ways to Show Your Husband You Love Him will inspire you to nurture the man you love and foster a lasting, loving, and really fun relationship.
176 pages, Paperback
First published February 1, 2016
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Kathi Lipp
42 books340 followersKathi loves giving real help and how-tos to move people forward in every area of their lives. With humor and wisdom, Kathi offers hope paired with practical steps to live with meaning.
Kathi Lipp is the Publisher Weekly bestselling author of 17 books including Clutter Free, The Get Yourself Organized Project, The Husband Project, and Overwhelmed.
She is the host of Clutter Free Academy the Podcast, runs the Facebook group Clutter Free Academy where 8000 women (and a few brave men) learn to live free from clutter. Kathi speaks at conferences across the US.
She is featured on Focus on the Family, MOPS International, Crosswalk.com, Girlfriends in God and Proverbs 31 Ministries as well as a number of other media outlets around the country. And she’s a featured expert on clutter for Women’s World Magazine and has been named “Best of Broadcast” on Focus on the Family twice.
Kathi Lipp is the Publisher Weekly bestselling author of 17 books including Clutter Free, The Get Yourself Organized Project, The Husband Project, and Overwhelmed.
She is the host of Clutter Free Academy the Podcast, runs the Facebook group Clutter Free Academy where 8000 women (and a few brave men) learn to live free from clutter. Kathi speaks at conferences across the US.
She is featured on Focus on the Family, MOPS International, Crosswalk.com, Girlfriends in God and Proverbs 31 Ministries as well as a number of other media outlets around the country. And she’s a featured expert on clutter for Women’s World Magazine and has been named “Best of Broadcast” on Focus on the Family twice.
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August 16, 2021
Some ideas were the usual suspects, but there were also some ideas that peaked my interest. I particularly liked the section in the beginning where you can assess your husband's personality type. I found it very informative and helpful.
January 31, 2020
Easy book to read with fun and thoughtful ideas.
June 5, 2016
Look, I don’t know quite how to rate this book but I think I’m going to settle on a solid 3 stars.
There was an immediate deduction of one star due to the use of the phrase, “Could care less” when the author truly meant, “Couldn’t care less”. I find this misuse intolerable and openly disclose this pet peeve of mine.
This book is biblically based, which isn’t my cup of tea, but I can’t really critique it on this point alone - it’s not the books fault that I am not it’s target audience.
I think that some of the ideas in this book are sweet and others seem to set women's lib back 100 years because it really seems to make an assumption that tradition gender roles are adhered to. One of the ideas was to set your husbands clothes out the night before "As I want to keep the man around for the next several decades... I want to support him in any way that I can. And one of the way I can do that is by setting him up for his morning run the night before. I make sure he has a clean pair of sweats set out for him, and the ingredients for a healthy breakfast waiting for him after his shower"
It goes on to say, packing his lunch and making sure his keys and bag are near the front door are also good ways to say 'I love you'. And never forget, nothing says "I love you' like clean underwear!
It kind of gives the impression that a healthy marriage is rooted in the woman's ability to perform menial tasks....and perhaps if you want to keep your man around for the next several decades, you should wash his undies on the regular. Whilst I certainly agree that my husband would love his clothes set out and his breakfast pre-prepared.... it kind of seems like a 1950's idea that really isn't practical seeing as we (and most couples I know!) both work full time jobs and are equally as busy.
I thought there were some good ideas and reminders such as letting your husband know that he's enough and that he satisfies your needs (financially, emotionally etc). as well as allowing him some alone time when he needs it (which is basically a human right).
Unfortunately there were a few that were a little repetitive and one that was downright creepy: "Send a picture every hour. Set a reminder on your phone to send your husband a selfie every hour of the day to remind him that you are thinking about him." That would make my husband feel smothered!
A solid three stars - with some sifting through the book you may find a gem of wisdom that speaks to you.
There was an immediate deduction of one star due to the use of the phrase, “Could care less” when the author truly meant, “Couldn’t care less”. I find this misuse intolerable and openly disclose this pet peeve of mine.
This book is biblically based, which isn’t my cup of tea, but I can’t really critique it on this point alone - it’s not the books fault that I am not it’s target audience.
I think that some of the ideas in this book are sweet and others seem to set women's lib back 100 years because it really seems to make an assumption that tradition gender roles are adhered to. One of the ideas was to set your husbands clothes out the night before "As I want to keep the man around for the next several decades... I want to support him in any way that I can. And one of the way I can do that is by setting him up for his morning run the night before. I make sure he has a clean pair of sweats set out for him, and the ingredients for a healthy breakfast waiting for him after his shower"
It goes on to say, packing his lunch and making sure his keys and bag are near the front door are also good ways to say 'I love you'. And never forget, nothing says "I love you' like clean underwear!
It kind of gives the impression that a healthy marriage is rooted in the woman's ability to perform menial tasks....and perhaps if you want to keep your man around for the next several decades, you should wash his undies on the regular. Whilst I certainly agree that my husband would love his clothes set out and his breakfast pre-prepared.... it kind of seems like a 1950's idea that really isn't practical seeing as we (and most couples I know!) both work full time jobs and are equally as busy.
I thought there were some good ideas and reminders such as letting your husband know that he's enough and that he satisfies your needs (financially, emotionally etc). as well as allowing him some alone time when he needs it (which is basically a human right).
Unfortunately there were a few that were a little repetitive and one that was downright creepy: "Send a picture every hour. Set a reminder on your phone to send your husband a selfie every hour of the day to remind him that you are thinking about him." That would make my husband feel smothered!
A solid three stars - with some sifting through the book you may find a gem of wisdom that speaks to you.
February 2, 2016
I am quickly becoming a fan of Kathy Lipp. In 101 Simple Ways she starts by having us learn our husband’s personality type. I agree this is so critical or you will spend a lot of energy with little to no results. I am a fan of the Love Language book that she mentions. She gives you a short quiz to help determine your husband’s personality which in turn helps you to know which of the 101 suggestions will work best for your husband.
Her writing style is easy to follow. I recommend teaming up with a friend and making it a competition or at least accountability that you will try some of these tips And make it fun, don’t take it personally if you try one and he doesn’t respond, that demonstrates his personality, not a failure on your part, focus on the ones that get the reaction you want.
She also shares specific scriptures to pray for your husband and specific times. Example if he is having trouble at work.
I recommend purchasing the physical copy or printing the chapters. Start circling and X the ones that work and don’t work for your husband.
You can see my full review at More Than a Review dot com where I rate the level of sex, violence, language and drug/alcohol use in books.
Her writing style is easy to follow. I recommend teaming up with a friend and making it a competition or at least accountability that you will try some of these tips And make it fun, don’t take it personally if you try one and he doesn’t respond, that demonstrates his personality, not a failure on your part, focus on the ones that get the reaction you want.
She also shares specific scriptures to pray for your husband and specific times. Example if he is having trouble at work.
I recommend purchasing the physical copy or printing the chapters. Start circling and X the ones that work and don’t work for your husband.
You can see my full review at More Than a Review dot com where I rate the level of sex, violence, language and drug/alcohol use in books.
January 26, 2016
This book surpassed my expectations. I liked how the introduction describes how to know your man's personality, and love on him accordingly (important info for digesting the rest of the book- a wife might be disappointed if she tries some of the ideas and her hubby doesn't respond, but reflecting some on what makes him uniquely happy will help to choose how to best act so he appreciates the love). I found the 101 ideas helpful; while several of the ideas I feel I do consistently without thinking about it, many were creative and would be great ways to add a little spark in a season that could use it. I also found the author’s style enjoyable to read- the right amount of stories and quotes, and a very engaging voice.
I received an ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
I received an ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
February 27, 2016
One thing I really love about this book is that it has a TON of practical ideas. In fact, that's pretty much what the entire book is: ideas that can be put into practice as soon as they are read.
At the beginning of the book is a quiz to help you figure out your husband's personality type, as well as tips to help you love each personality type. Then, for the remainder of the book, Kathi shares 101 different ways you can show your husband love.
Each chapter (or "way") is anywhere from a couple of paragraphs to a few pages, so they are quick to read and easy to put into practice.
If you're looking for an easy, fun marriage book to dig into, check out this new book by Kathi Lipp!
*I received this book for free, but all opinions are my own.
At the beginning of the book is a quiz to help you figure out your husband's personality type, as well as tips to help you love each personality type. Then, for the remainder of the book, Kathi shares 101 different ways you can show your husband love.
Each chapter (or "way") is anywhere from a couple of paragraphs to a few pages, so they are quick to read and easy to put into practice.
If you're looking for an easy, fun marriage book to dig into, check out this new book by Kathi Lipp!
*I received this book for free, but all opinions are my own.
December 25, 2017
What a trip that was.
Half of this is solid advice, basically centered on the premise "be a kind and attentive partner." The other half is gender essentialist and degrading in the extreme.
Wow. Just. Wow.
I'm giving this book 3 stars, because I appreciate anything that helps me see into the lives of other people, even if I dont like what I see.
Half of this is solid advice, basically centered on the premise "be a kind and attentive partner." The other half is gender essentialist and degrading in the extreme.
Wow. Just. Wow.
I'm giving this book 3 stars, because I appreciate anything that helps me see into the lives of other people, even if I dont like what I see.
May 4, 2017
While I may not be able to do all the things this book suggests, the author gave me practical ideas to put into action. It was a good reminder of how sometimes the simple, small things can make a big impact in showing our love to not just my husband, but those around us.
October 30, 2017
Very good book!
Reminds me as a wife, I should do positive things to make things better in my marriage. I do have the power to make my marriage better and I tried some things this past weekend and they worked! Power of prayer goes without saying. God is good all the time!
Reminds me as a wife, I should do positive things to make things better in my marriage. I do have the power to make my marriage better and I tried some things this past weekend and they worked! Power of prayer goes without saying. God is good all the time!
August 30, 2017
Not a bad read, but it did not satisfy my needs. I'll keep searching!
March 23, 2021
Not the end-all, be-all of marriage books but if you’re just fresh out of ideas for adding sweetness, care, love, and consideration back into your marriage, this is a great little resource. Not 5 stars because the advice is not necessarily tied directly to scripture, but how could it all be? Sometimes we just need a little more imagination and creativity in our marriages and that’s where this shines. I would compare this to a Christian version of a ladies’ magazine with lots of “articles” to add some sugar and spice to your life.
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July 10, 2025very simple to read and the information is easy to interpret and apply. Overall great read.
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