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Now available as an ebook for the first time, the legendary relationships guide that mothers recommend to their daughters, friends give as gifts and brothers steal from their sisters, MEN ARE FROM MARS AND WOMEN ARE FROM VENUS is inarguably the definitive book on having a happy relationship.
‘A treasure’, ‘a bible’ and ‘an heirloom’ are some of the words used to describe the book that has saved countless relationships and improved innumerable others. Now repackaged to relate to a new generation of readers, this phenomenal book continues to carry its legacy of understanding and trust into the world.
Since its first publication, over a staggering 15 million copies of MEN ARE FROM MARS, WOMEN ARE FROM VENUS have sold globally to single men and women looking for guidance on how to find the perfect partner, married couples seeking to strengthen their bond, and divorcees hoping to fathom where it all went wrong.
Gray’s insights into how to allow your other half to “pull away” like an elastic band, prevent your emotional baggage from polluting your current relationship, and translate the phrases of the opposite sex are as relevant now as when they were first published.
With straightforward, honest writing from that precious male perspective, Gray unlocks the secrets hidden in your partner’s words and actions to enable you both to reach true mutual understanding and a lifetime of love. Discover for yourself why thousands believe that MEN ARE FROM MARS, WOMEN ARE FROM VENUS should be mandatory reading for everyone.
"Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus" by John Gray is a highly influential self-help book that explores the differences between men and women in relationships. The book was first published in 1992 and has sold over 50 million copies worldwide. Its popularity is due to its practical advice and insights into how men and women communicate, as well as its ability to help couples improve their relationships.
The book is divided into several chapters, each of which explores a different aspect of relationships. Gray argues that men and women are fundamentally different and that these differences can cause misunderstandings and miscommunications in relationships. By understanding these differences, couples can learn to communicate more effectively and build stronger, more fulfilling relationships.
One of the key themes of the book is the idea that men and women deal with stress and problems differently. Gray suggests that when men are stressed or facing a problem, they tend to withdraw and become silent. On the other hand, women are more likely to become emotional and want to talk things out. This can lead to misunderstandings, as men may feel that they are being ignored, and women may feel that their partners are not interested in their problems.
Gray suggests that in order to avoid these misunderstandings, couples need to be aware of each other's coping mechanisms and learn to communicate effectively. Women need to understand that men are not always ready to talk about their problems right away, and that they may need time to process their thoughts and feelings. Men need to learn to be more open with their partners and express their feelings more clearly.
Another important theme of the book is the idea that men and women have different ways of expressing love. Gray argues that men tend to express love through actions, such as providing for their partners and doing things for them. Women, on the other hand, tend to express love through words and emotional connections. Gray suggests that couples need to be aware of these differences and learn to appreciate and value the different ways in which they express their love for each other.
The book provides practical exercises and activities that couples can do together to improve their communication and deepen their understanding of each other. These exercises include things like taking time to listen to each other without interruption, practicing active listening skills, and learning how to express appreciation for each other.
One of the strengths of "Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus" is the way that Gray uses real-life examples and anecdotes to illustrate his points. By sharing stories from his own practice as a relationship counsellor, as well as stories from the couples he has worked with, Gray is able to provide practical insights into how men and women can communicate more effectively.
The book has been criticised by some for reinforcing gender stereotypes and for oversimplifying the complexities of relationships. However, many readers have found the book to be helpful in improving their communication and understanding of their partners. The book has been translated into dozens of languages and has been adapted into a successful stage show, which has toured internationally.
In conclusion, "Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus" is a practical and insightful guide for anyone looking to improve their communication and deepen their understanding of their partner in a relationship. By exploring the differences between men and women and providing practical exercises and activities, Gray offers couples the tools they need to build stronger, more fulfilling relationships. While the book may not be perfect, it has helped millions of people around the world, and its influence on popular culture is undeniable. If you're looking for practical advice on how to improve your relationship, "Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus" is definitely worth a read.
About the Author
John Gray, Ph.D., is one of the world’s leading relationship experts, and an authority on improving communication styles for couples, companies, and communities. His many books have sold more than fifty million copies in fifty different languages worldwide. John lives with his wife and children in northern California.
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Men Are from Mars Women Are from Venus
By John GrayHarperAudio
Copyright © 1996 John GrayAll right reserved.
ISBN: 9780694517206
Imagine that men are from Mars and women are from Venus. One day long ago the Martians, looking through their telescopes, discovered the Venusians. Just glimpsing the Venusians awakened feelings they had never known. They fell in love and quickly invented space travel and flew to Venus.
The Venusians welcomed the Martians with open arms. They had intuitively known that this day would come. Their hearts opened wide to a love they had never felt before.
The love between the Venusians and Martians was magical. They delighted in being together, doing things together, and sharing together. Though from different worlds, they reveled in their differences. They spent months learning about each other, exploring and appreciating their different needs, preferences, and behavior patterns. For years they lived together in love and harmony.
Then they decided to fly to Earth. In the beginning everything was wonderful and beautiful. But the effects of Earth's atmosphere took hold, and one morning everyone woke up with a peculiar kind of amnesia-selective amnesia!
Both the Martians and Venusians forgot that they were from different planets and were supposed to be different. In one morning everything they had learned about their differences was erased from their memory. And since that day men and women have been in conflict.
REMEMBERING OUR DIFFERENCES
Without the awareness that we are supposed to be different, men and women are at odds with each other. We usually become angry or frustrated with the opposite sex because we have forgotten this important truth. We expect the opposite sex to be more like ourselves. We desire them to "want what we want" and "feel the way we feel."
We mistakenly assume that if our partners love us they will react and behave in certain ways-the ways we react and behave when we love someone. This attitude sets us up to be disappointed again and again and prevents us from taking the necessary time to communicate lovingly about our differences.
We mistakenly assume that if our partners love us they
will react and behave in certain ways-the ways
we react and behave when we love someone.
Men mistakenly expect women to think, communicate, and react the way men do; women mistakenly expect men to feel, communicate, and respond the way women do. We have forgotten that men and women are supposed to be different. As a result our relationships are filled with unnecessary friction and conflict.
Clearly recognizing and respecting these differences dramatically reduce confusion when dealing with the opposite sex. When you remember that men are from Mars and women are from Venus, everything can be explained.
AN OVERVIEW OF OUR DIFFERENCES
Throughout this book I will discuss in great detail our differences. Each chapter will bring you new and crucial insights. Here are the major differences that we will explore:
In chapter 2 we will explore how men's and women's values are inherently different and try to understand the two biggest mistakes we make in relating to the opposite sex: men mistakenly offer solutions and invalidate feelings while women offer unsolicited advice and direction. Through understanding our Martian/Venusian background it becomes obvious why men and women unknowingly make these mistakes. By remembering these differences we can correct our mistakes and immediately respond to each other in more productive ways.
In chapter 3 we'll discover the different ways men and women cope with stress. While Martians tend to pull away and silently think about what's bothering them, Venusians feel an instinctive need to talk about what's bothering them. You will learn new strategies for getting what you want at these conflicting times.
We will explore how to motivate the opposite sex in chapter 4. Men are motivated when they feel needed while women are motivated when they feel cherished. We will discuss the three steps for improving relationships and explore how to overcome our greatest challenges: men need to overcome their resistance to giving love while women must overcome their resistance to receiving it.
In chapter 5 you'll learn how men and women commonly misunderstand each other because they speak different languages. A Martian/Venusian Phrase Dictionary is provided to translate commonly misunderstood expressions. You will learn how men and women speak and even stop speaking for entirely different reasons. Women will learn what to do when a man stops talking, and men will learn how to listen better without becoming frustrated.
In chapter 6 you will discover how men and women have different needs for intimacy. A man gets close but then inevitably needs to pull away. Women will learn how to support this pulling-away process so he will spring back to her like a rubber band. Women also will learn the best times for having intimate conversations with a man.
We will explore in chapter 7 how a woman's loving attitudes rise and fall rhythmically in a wave motion. Men will learn how correctly to interpret these sometimes sudden shifts of feeling. Men also will learn to recognize when they are needed the most and how to be skillfully supportive at those times without having to make sacrifices.
In chapter 8 you'll discover how men and women give the kind of love they need and not what the opposite sex needs. Men primarily need a kind of love that is trusting, accepting, and appreciative. Women primarily need a kind of love that is caring, understanding, and respectful. You will discover the six most common ways you may unknowingly be turning off your partner.
In chapter 9 we will explore how to avoid painful arguments. Men will learn that by acting as if they are always right they may invalidate a woman's feelings. Women will learn how they unknowingly send messages of disapproval instead of disagreement, thus igniting a man's defenses. The anatomy of an argument will be explored along with many practical suggestions for establishing supportive communication.
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