Kiss and Run: The Single, Picky, and Indecisive Girl's Guide to Overcoming Fear of Commitment
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Book Overview
Based on the stories of more than one hundred women, this straight-talking guide helps single women conquer commitment anxiety and say yes to love. You may be commitment-phobic if:
You have a mile-long list of requirements for your ideal mate You go from one short-lived relationship to the next You have a habit of dating "unavailable" men You think many of your married friends have settled for less You are constantly blowing "hot" and "cold" in your relationships
For years, it was the men who had the monopoly on commitment-phobia. Today, single women are the fastest-growing segment of the population, with over forty-seven million single women in this country and twenty-two million of them between the ages of twenty-five and forty-four. Whatever the reason--fear of divorce, increased financial independence, delayed motherhood--more women than ever no longer feel the urgency, or the ability, to settle down. Lucky for this growing group of women, author and former commitment-phobe Elina Furman has written Kiss and Run, the first-ever book about female commitment anxiety. Filled with fun quizzes, first-person testimonials, and step-by-step action plans, Kiss and Run includes the top-five panic buttons, advice for curbing overanalysis, and tips for fixing negative commitment scripts. You'll also find the seven types of commitment-phobes, including the Nitpicker, the Serial Dater, and the Long-Distance Runner.
You have a mile-long list of requirements for your ideal mate You go from one short-lived relationship to the next You have a habit of dating "unavailable" men You think many of your married friends have settled for less You are constantly blowing "hot" and "cold" in your relationships
For years, it was the men who had the monopoly on commitment-phobia. Today, single women are the fastest-growing segment of the population, with over forty-seven million single women in this country and twenty-two million of them between the ages of twenty-five and forty-four. Whatever the reason--fear of divorce, increased financial independence, delayed motherhood--more women than ever no longer feel the urgency, or the ability, to settle down. Lucky for this growing group of women, author and former commitment-phobe Elina Furman has written Kiss and Run, the first-ever book about female commitment anxiety. Filled with fun quizzes, first-person testimonials, and step-by-step action plans, Kiss and Run includes the top-five panic buttons, advice for curbing overanalysis, and tips for fixing negative commitment scripts. You'll also find the seven types of commitment-phobes, including the Nitpicker, the Serial Dater, and the Long-Distance Runner.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0743285131
ISBN13:9780743285131
Release Date:February 2007
Publisher:Touchstone Books
Length:256 Pages
Weight:0.53 lbs.
Dimensions:0.7" x 5.5" x 8.4"
Customer Reviews
5 ratings
Must read for single woman who "can't find love".
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 15 years ago
Loved this book. The nitpicking and free spirit chapters hit me smack in the face. I see now how I was looking for a man who just doesn't exist. It was a great book. MUST READ!!
Outstanding Book!! Very Clear & Simple
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 15 years ago
Elina Furman has produced an amazing book. As a male on the receiving end of a commitment phobic woman, it gave me tremendous insight into the often confusing and hurtful behavior of the commitment-phobe. Highly recommended for men and women who want a better understanding. An easy read, this book boils down the often confusing signals into simple concepts.
Great Purchase
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 17 years ago
I loved this book and thought it would be a great gift for my girlfriends that want to start a light hearted book club!
Great Resource
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 17 years ago
The information is very applicable to young people searching for answers regarding thier love life. I would recommend this book to many of my friends.
Great One
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 17 years ago
This is a great one Elina, it hit the nail on the head in many areas for me. Being able to put into words what I was feeling, I never thought that it was possible, I always thought it was the man who had committment phobia, who would've guessed it could be the woman. That was never discussed before Thanks a lot for your help!!!! Keep up the good work
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