Complete Idiot's Guide to Understanding Men and Women

Author: Glass
Publisher:
Publication Date: 2002-03-01
Features: From this book, you can easily and quickly learn to:
- Calm anger
- Engage in truly productive dialogue
- If you are a man, express your emotions effortlessly
- If you are a woman, overcome the urge to speak your needs and desires
- Fully utilize your voice and body language
- Focus on common ground rather than differences
- Free children from the constraints of gender expectations
The divorce rate in the United States remains above 50%, and issues of sexual harassment continue to plague workplaces. Talk shows, books, and magazines are filled with calls for men and women to seek mutual understanding and support. Clearly, you are among them, as you have picked up this book. Let me help you.
In The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Understanding Men and Women, I first outline the problems that plague gender relationships—communication issues, sexual issues, issues of capability and equality, and issues of passion and submission—all of which stem from our vastly different physiological structures and social influences. Then, I will explain how to better understand and bridge these differences so that, ultimately—in bedrooms, meeting rooms, and any place where men and women gather—you can achieve true communication.
Organization of the Book
This book is divided into six parts, each of similar length, gradually guiding you to build healthy and satisfying relationships with the opposite sex. With the theoretical knowledge you gain from this book—combined with the experience you gain from truly communicating with and evaluating the opposite sex—you will be better equipped to build lasting and meaningful relationships. Let’s begin.
Part 1: Clarifying Our Differences
Before you can solve a problem, you must first understand what it is, and that is what I will do in this part. I will briefly describe the differences between men and women, especially when discussing communication issues. You can even take a short quiz to see how much you truly understand the opposite sex.
Part 2: Understanding the Great Debate Over Nature vs. Nurture
There is no doubt that men and women view the world—and talk about it—in different ways. The same is true for women. In this part, I will discuss the various scientific and social theories that explain these differences. I will also explain some of the reasons why scientists believe we develop distinct gender-related communication styles.
Part 3: Men and Women Understanding Each Other
In this part, I will briefly outline some of the most common misunderstandings between men and women. What leads to negative impressions? Why does your partner get angry or distant? How can you bridge communication gaps without losing yourself or your self-respect?
Part 4: Men and Women in Conflict
There is no doubt that anger is the most destructive emotion known to humankind. In this part, we will explore what causes women to be angry with men and vice versa. We will learn how men and women can better express their anger and disappointment to avoid the vicious cycle of mutual dissatisfaction, disappointment, and further anger. You will learn the necessary skills to avoid hurting each other and yourself. You will know exactly what you cannot do to live in harmony with the opposite sex.
Part 5: The Art of Excitement
Oh, sex—what book about men and women doesn’t talk about sex? What could be more important than communication in an intimate sexual relationship? But—something you may have already realized—harmonious sexual relationships require a lot of love, significant effort, and honest communication. In this part, I will point out what men want from women and what women truly expect from men.
Part 6: Coexisting Peacefully
You might ask, aside from the bedroom, how do you get along in the workplace? Oh, it seems that getting along as equal partners and professionals in the workplace has never been more challenging. In this part, as a professional, you will learn the best strategies for working with others without becoming a victim of sexual harassment traps or unhealthy competition.
Finally, we will explore the opportunities available to men and women in the new millennium and look ahead to the next century.