American Mourning: The Intimate Story of Two Families Joined by War, Torn by Beliefs
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American Mourning: The Intimate Story of Two Families Joined by War, Torn by Beliefs
Catherine Moy , and Melanie Morgan
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ASIN: 1581825404
Release Date: 2006-10-16

Book Description

American Mourning is the story of two American families whose sons died in the war on terror. Casey Sheehan and Justin Johnson had been best friends since they first met at Fort Hood in Texas; they were killed within five days of each other in separate ambushes in Sadr City, Iraq, during Holy Week of 2004.

As the Sheehan and Johnson families have mourned their unimaginable loss, they have had little else in common and have taken entirely different paths as they mourned. Justin's father, Joe Johnson, followed his son to Baghdad, slogging through the open sewers of Iraqi slums to see where Justin had died and to avenge his death.

Cindy Sheehan wanted another kind of revenge. Blaming President Bush for Casey's death, she called the Muslim radicals who killer her son "freedom fighters" and brought an entourage of antiwar activists and a coalition of the willing press to the president's ranch outside Crawford, Texas. Demanding that the president meet with her in the sweltering Texas summer, she became a media phenomenon and America's best-known antiwar activist since Jane Fonda.

The Sheehans and the Johnsons represent the extremes of grief-stricken parents in war, both families reflecting the gap in how Americans view the war on terror. The Johnson family has bonded closer. Justin's parents have grown nearer; their faith has been strengthened; and their support for the war is stronger than ever. Meanwhile, the Sheehan family has fractured, and Casey's parents have divorced. Cindy says she is no longer a Christian, and her opposition to the war is deeper an dmore bitter than ever.

The bodies of Casey Sheehan and Justin Johnson lie in their hometown graves. Justin's final resting place is decorated with handmade flags and miniature Uncle Sams. Casey's had no marker for two years to tell the world that he lived, fought, and died a hero.

Both Joe and Cindy are shooting at ghosts. Cindy still is. This is their story. The story of American Mourning.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Loss and hatred on opposite paths.......2007-03-22

Reviewed by Debra Gaynor for Reader Views (2/07)

Justin Johnson was raised in Georgia where boys are taught how to use a gun from an early age. Justin enlisted after 9/11. "Mom, things aren't good. It's scary. You wouldn't believe this place. It's messing with our heads. Mom, you just never know. There are kids, ten- to-twelve year-olds and they got machine guns. You don't know: are they friendly or are they the enemy."

Casey Sheehan was raised in California. Casey's mother discouraged her son from enlisting in the army. He was loyal and loved his country. She offered to take him to Canada so that he could avoid Iraq, but he declined.

Casey and Justin met at Fort Hood, Texas. The two became quick friends although they didn't have a lot in common. "Both were quiet, strong, patriotic, and God-loving young men." "Both young men prayed to God and hoped they would make it home to their moms and dads, sisters and brothers."

Justin and Casey were both killed by radical Muslims.

Joe Johnson wanted revenge on the terrorists. He signed up with a unit shipping to Iraq and "swore to God and to Justin that I would go to Iraq and kill as many of them as I could." Joe was filled with hatred. "I could kill all the insurgents and it would never bring Justin back, I don't think I'll really get anything out of it except for maybe that one moment of satisfaction when I finally kill somebody. But as far as long-lasting feelings of satisfaction, I don't think I'll find it in Iraq. There's hardly a day goes by that I don't wish I hadn't a spent more time with him."

Cindy Sheehan was also filled with hatred but she took it a different direction. "She blamed President George W. Bush for Casey's death and called the Muslim radicals who killed Casey and Just "freedom fighters." "Cindy posted herself outside the president's Crawford ranch. She became a media phenomenon, thanks to a campaign by well-paid media experts from the Left." Her grief and the media destroyed her family.

"A parent should never have to bury a child."

Catherine Moy & Melanie Morgan expressively share the tragic story of two young men killed in Iraq, two families torn apart. Moy and Morgan capture and convey the pain and anguish the families are suffering. I found myself in tears as I read this book. The bravery of Justin and Casey is celebrated on these pages. I want to be careful not to state an opinion of the actions of the families for I would not add to their pain. After reading this book, the deaths become more than a news story. This book gives Justin and Casey a face and brings them into you heart. This book describes the divide in American opinion concerning the War on Terror. Regardless of which side of the divide you stand we must never forget the young men and women who are fighting this war. Ms Moy and Morgan are to be commended on their presentation of the heroic lives of these two young men. I highly recommend "America Mourning" to all.

1 out of 5 stars Unfair to both sides.......2007-03-02

This book is one of the saddest pieces of "journalism" I have ever read. It is a smear job on both families. Not just Sheehan, but the ridiculous amount of personal stuff thrown out there on the Jackson's makes the reader wonder: What does any of this have to do with argument? All in all, a book that appears to be profiting from the death of two brave men. I am thoroughly appalled by the words and tactics of the authors. I am apolitical, so maybe I didn't enter this book with the frame of mind necessary to feel good about the dragging through the mud of two brave and decent soldiers families. Is this what they fought and died for? Flat ridiculous.

5 out of 5 stars American Mourning was a great book.......2007-01-10

I mostly read just Stephen King books, but this book was one that I had heard about and decided to purchase. I was very glad to read about one family that cared so much for their son that his father enlisted to avenge his son's death. Unfortunatly, reading about Cindy Sheehan only wanted me to get a gun and shoot her. She did nothing but lie and kept her family from mourning their son's death. I really enjoyed this book.

3 out of 5 stars American Mourning.......2007-01-10

If the authores would of just stuck with the story it would of been a 5 star for me. It had too many political judgements but all in all it was a good story. I heard they are thinking of making a movie out of this book. That I would like to see but I hope they focus more on the Soldiers and not so much on the politics.

5 out of 5 stars A picture of the real heart of Americans........2007-01-10

A 'must read' for those who are only hearing the anti-America retoric of the liberal minority. There are still Americans who are proud of what our country still stands for. GP
Marriage And Family Experience with Infotrac: Intimate Relationships in a Changing Society
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    Marriage And Family Experience with Infotrac: Intimate Relationships in a Changing Society
    Bryan Strong , Christine DeVault , and Theodore F. Cohen
    Manufacturer: Wadsworth Publishing
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    Intimate Issues: 21 Questions Christian Women Ask About Sex
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    Linda Dillow , and Lorraine Pintus
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    Intimate Issues answers the twenty-one questions about sex most frequently asked by Christian wives, as determined by a nationwide poll of over one thousand women. Written from the perspective of two mature Christian wives and Bible teachers–women who you’ll come to know as teachers and friends–Intimate Issues is biblical and informative: sometimes humorous, other times practical, but always honest. Through its solid teaching warm testimonials, scriptural insights, and experts’ advise, you’ll find resolution for your questions and fears, surprising insights about God’s perspective on sex, and a variety of practical and creative ideas for enhancing your physical relationship with the husband you love.

    With warmth and wisdom, authors Linda Dillow and Lorraine Pintus speak woman to woman: examining the teachings of Scripture, exposing the lies of the world, and offering real hope that every woman’s marriage relationship can become all it was intended to be in God’s design.

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    5 out of 5 stars Freeing, empowering, beautiful, spiritually sound, fun.......2007-09-02

    I was in a web of wrong beliefs that kept me from enjoying my marriage in a truely intimate way. This book helped to set me free to enjoy my husband. To put guilt behind me and see the beauty of sex in marriage as a wonderful gift from God.

    5 out of 5 stars Wonderful.......2007-09-01

    This book was wonderful. It made such a difference in my marriage. I would recomend this to all married women, and any woman who is engaged.

    5 out of 5 stars Amazing Book.......2007-08-01

    God used this book in an amazing way in my life. It really brought encouragement and help my marriage. I have given it to many other people and they have also found Godly advise in it. I got the book many years ago right after I had heard Linda Dillow speak. I now have her new book,Intimacy Ignited: Conversations Couple To Couple,it is also very good.

    3 out of 5 stars Hmmmm.......2007-05-07

    This book presented some very good points about women's self image and the way we see ourselves. Otherwise, I thought it was a tad preachy.

    5 out of 5 stars Excellent book!!.......2007-04-10

    One of the best books on intimate issues for women. It did wonders for me as far as encouragement.
    The Other Half of Asperger Syndrome: A guide to an Intimate Relationship with a Partner who has Asperger Syndrome
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    The Other Half of Asperger Syndrome: A guide to an Intimate Relationship with a Partner who has Asperger Syndrome
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    ASIN: 1931282048

    Book Description

    Based on academic research as a qualified couples counselor specializing in this area and from her own personal relationship experiences, the author uses quotations and real-life examples to illustrate her points with a compassionate understanding. Practical everyday topics include living and coping with AS, anger and AS, getting the message across, sex and AS, parenting, staying together and AS cannot be blamed for everything.

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    4 out of 5 stars Read on the run........2007-10-01

    This little book is great for those on the run, wanting to read during breaks,waiting for a bus etc,as it is in small sections,it gives us the time needed to finish what we started.The information is great and covers such a wide area of the syndrome.It will direct you in knowing what and how to say things to your spouse to have better results,remembering that each person is different and at different levels of progression in life,keep this book in your bag.

    4 out of 5 stars Asgerger.......2007-09-21

    I read this book with interest -- there is much that fits into the world of Asperger females although it is written primarily for the woman who is married to an Asperger male. There are a lot of coping techniques as well as ways to assist your Aspie with his/her socialization problems. I do wish that the book addressed the other side as well -- assistance for the male who is married to an Aspie female -- and that is why I gave it a 4 star rather than a 5.

    5 out of 5 stars short and sweet.......2007-08-09

    this book, while not a manual by any means, is quite forward and well written. an aspie reading this can learn quite a bit about him/herself. because of brevity, it is easy to suggest to a neurotypical partner that he or she also read it without fear of balking due to a lot of time that they may have to invest in reading something much longer.

    i found the book quite useful and have asked several people to read it, too.

    5 out of 5 stars Best book on the subject. Period!.......2007-03-09

    After reading everything I could read online or buy, I found this slim little volume to be an absolute MUST READ for any woman living with and loving a man with Asperger's. Nothing else I've read has hit the nail on the head in such a fair and evenhanded manner. So much help that I intend to write the author to thank her.

    5 out of 5 stars Realistic .......2007-02-27

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    Intimate Allies (AACC Library)
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    Intimate Allies (AACC Library)
    Dan B. Allender
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    5 out of 5 stars "Intimate Allies".......2006-11-06

    I am a Pastor and I give this book as a gift to newleyweds. I have found it to be very down-to-earth, not like some of the "how-to-stay-in-love" marriage manuals, but rather focused on serving together - looking at the larger world together - making your relationship strong by being accountable, etc. I LOVE the "communal" focus, making marriage part of the network of society instead of just "me & you babe". I like everything that Dan Allender writes. Filled with insight and practical wisdom.

    2 out of 5 stars Tedious and pompous.......2005-11-04

    My wife and I got this book to read together. With kids grown and life stagnating a bit, we thought we could breathe a little fire back into our lives, following a Godly path to do so. I wish we had looked here first. We made a commitment to do it, and we did. But we did not feel much enlightened by either the content or the analysis.

    There is indeed way too much padding in this book. Common, but still annoying. Especially when the core idea, the notion that marriage must reflect the Christ-mankind relationship, and we honor our spouses to honor God, is a lovely idea. But the characters drawn in here feel like cardboard versions of Hollywood movie characters, shadows of Plato's cave-dwelling shadows. Not only do they not sound real (I hope to goodness they are composites) but their resolutions are as lame and sickly as the end of a 22 minute sitcom.

    Maybe in a seminar, where they express their ideas and don't get bogged down, this might work. But for self-study, we found it tedious and irritating, full of non-sequiturs, implausible story lines, and windy analysis. We'll go back to the source next time.

    1 out of 5 stars This book sucks.......2003-11-15

    I think that says it all. Don't waste your time or money.

    4 out of 5 stars A lot of good marital insight for any couple.......2003-08-05

    I found as I read, laughed and cried with this book that I identified with many of the characters and scenarios. I appreciate Dr. Allender and Dr. Longman's styles as they are honest and up front about the culture, soul and text. They are not hiding behind Christian propaganda in this book but are nothing short of real. 3/4 into the book you have the idea of the script, but overall it is a very good text I have recommended to several couples.

    5 out of 5 stars Great book to read as a couple.......2003-05-13

    Great book to read as a couple. We use it in for a couples group at our church bacause it is very easy to identify with the men and women in the stories and beacause it teaches sound Biblical principles of marriage.
    Hot Monogamy: Essential Steps to More Passionate, Intimate Lovemaking
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    Hot Monogamy: Essential Steps to More Passionate, Intimate Lovemaking
    Patricia Love , and Jo Robinson
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    Written by Dr. Love, a sex therapist with an aptronym if ever there was one, Hot Monogamy is no contradiction in terms. Comedian Dave Barry may joke about his guide to "marriage and/or sex," but Dr. Love's book proves that becoming sensually and "sexually fluent" is a skill that can send flames soaring, no matter how long you've been a couple or how humdrum your sex life has become.

    Hot Monogamy includes a nine-step program that starts with a self-quiz for each partner for determining "sexual style." This helps pinpoint which areas need to be worked on, such as resolving differences in desire--one of the most common problems among long-term couples. Communication is a big topic, but another painless quiz helps reveal romantic expectations both in and out of bed to help clarify exactly where overlooked problems may be festering.

    Then comes technique. The chapter "Variety: How to Have More Fun in Bed" may prove the most useful, with discussions of sex toys, fantasy, sex games, and other forms of experimentation. Dr. Love is a firm believer in the G spot, and clearly explains how to make maximum fireworks with it. The book also includes contact information for sexual products that can be sent to you confidentially, as well as guidelines and resources for seeing a sex therapist.

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    5 out of 5 stars cheaper than a therapist.......2007-05-25

    This is an awesome book and is cheaper than a marriage counselor or sex therapist. It has actual written and oral (no pun intended) exercises to help couples get back in touch with each other.

    2 out of 5 stars Better book to read is PASSION PLAY.......2004-08-13

    by Felice Dunas. Patricia Love makes some good points when she says that a couple should address their sexual issues LONG BEFORE they decide to get into therapy.

    Read Dunas's book also. While Dunas' book is very sexually explicit, dealing with the ancient Chinese approach to great sex- yin/yang energy moving - she is very practical she even has a sample monogamy agreement included for couples.

    5 out of 5 stars Too Hot!.......2003-03-04

    After eight years of marriage, I found Dr. Love's book to be a truly practical, intellectual and stimulating (pun intended!) guide to a more passionate, intimate love relationship. Be sure to share this with all your friends!

    1 out of 5 stars Dr. "Love" Has No Clue About It.......2000-03-24

    Only a woman who had a marriage end because of her own lack of interest of sex could have written a book like this. She writes that a lack of interest in sex does not mean a lack of love. I have discovered that only two groups of people feel this way: Men who have wives with a high level of sexual desire and who initiate sex on a regular basis, and women with a low level of sexual desire who probably lost a husband by saying "I don't care if I ever do it again."

    5 out of 5 stars A real saucy sizzler!.......1999-05-02

    My bedroom hadnt seen any action since the Alomo however Dr Love's book sure got them beans a jumping for me and my wife. The techniques sexplored between the pages (or should I say sheets) of Dr Love's raunch manual are satisfying yet not too taxing on the old bones. I would thoroughly recomend this sauce fest to anyone who is lagging in the old sexual athletics. Ive gone from a three leegged race to an Olympian and its all thanks to Doc L.O.V.E. This book is the literary equivalent of a Barry White record. Buy it today and I garuantee you won't look back. I couldnt pick it up now I can't put it down(know what I mean ladies?).Thanks you DR.Love.
    Intimate Relationships (McGraw-Hill Series in Social Psychology)
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      The fourth edition of this trusted text preserves the personal appeal of the subject matter and vigorous standards of scholarship that made the earlier editions so successful. It presents the key findings on intimate relationships, the major theoretical perspectives, and some of the current controversies in the field. The authors illustrate the relevance of close relationship science to readers' everyday lives, encouraging thought and analysis. The 4th edition contains more than 700 new references, including new coverage of online dating, fMRI studies of love, and mate poaching. More illustrations, tables and figures add up to a fresher, thoroughly updated, new-and-improved text.
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      To truly understand your intimate relationships, you must read this book! David Deida, internationally known for his work in personal growth and intimate relationships, shares the deep understandings and effective techniques that he has refined through his 20 years of consultation, research and spiritual practice. Learn how to keep your relationships growing--beyond the sexually neutralized roles so typical of today--and create a relationship that is spiritually erotic, sexually deep and passionately committed to love.

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      5 out of 5 stars A perfect introduction to some of the most advanced spiritual relationships work...aka the place to begin your Deida addiction.......2007-01-10

      Intimate Communion provides an excellent introduction to the work of David Deida. Although written over a decade ago ago now, his work on spirituality, sex and relationships is really at the forefront of conscious relationships, far, far beyond your usual 'Men are from Mars, Women are From Venus' book (thank god for that, as a society, we've progressed well beyond that limited view of relationships and the work of David Deida, is clearly that next step).

      Intimate Communion is an excellent starting point for understanding relationships as it goes into the discussion of Masculine and Feminine polarities in depth. That is, what they are, how they play out in relationships, when we're depolarised. There's a quick quiz to help you determine your natural polarity and then how you cover it up. Deida discussions how the masculine and feminine grows differently in relationships and you'll find yourself nodding in agreement constantly througout this section and the entire book.

      There are many small insights throughout the book, e.g. how the feminine grows through praise, the masculine wants release, that when the feminine wants to talk about something she doesnt want her problem solved she wants to connect with you to enhance the relationship, that are simply worth more than the price of the book when you apply them into your life and relationships and they open up whole new areas of understanding and intimacy. Many of these the opposite sex simply has no idea about the perspective of the other sex and how fundamental (and obvious) they are to their life. When you understand these you will save many hours of suffering, frustration and internal questioning - why are men/women like this? You will be able to just smile with an inner knowing, even as your lover goes wild trying to collapse you. I cannot express to you how valuable many of these insights have been to me.

      There are other insights, for instance, in his workshops he often gets women to pick the man they all prefer as being most conscious or the men to pick the most radiant woman, most of the time, they ALL pick the same person. This book begins the process of explaining why.

      Deida's model is divided into three stage. Basically the first stage is co-dependent relationships, from there we evolve (as most of us have) into a '50-50' type relationship, where each partner is independent (successful in their own finances, career, spiritual practices, has done or is doing their healing, can be totally self sufficient, has their own life and wants but does not need a partner, etc.). This creates a healthy relationship of equality and yet a feeling that there's something missing. The next stage is to move back into your natural sexual essence and give the gift of that to your woman (and the world). Make no mistake, it is advanced work, and requires stability in the second stage (i.e. having done at least some of your healing) and yet many people are ready for it.

      After this work I'd suggest women read 'Dear Lover' and Men 'The Way of the Superior Man', both are excellent books at the really at the top of the stack for relationships. I've given copies of both books away to men and women friends and they've always been delighted with the contents and wanted more. Further that there's the video he produced and his audio work (I'd recommend starting with Vol. 3 of his collection as it's the more advanced work). From that you get a much greater sense of what he's on about and some of the practical applications to relationship problems and his fine use of humor in his work. If you want a great read on his learning journey with his teacher, read Wild Nights. His enlightened sex manual gives specific tools and techniques (sometimes lacking in other volumes) to enhance your sexual experiences. Beyond that you need to do a workshop as although the tools in many of the books are great and the information provides a valuable perspective, the real benefit comes from experiencing the work related to your specific circumstances.

      Another reviewer (elsewhere) made comment on his supposed teacher and the influence on his teachings. I don't consider this to be all that relevant. It's easy to tell from his extensive audio work his passion for his work, male-female relationships and his authenticity for genuinely assisting people to become more in their life and relationships.

      As you get into the depth of Deida's work (and beyond this volume) you realise that there are very few people out there working at the same level. They're mostly working at what he calls the second stage (therapy) or '50-50' relationships. So most of the books on relationship are written from this perspective which most often leads to incremental improvement in relationships. I should point out Deida's work is not about healing, co-dependence, therapy or techniques like that, there are plenty of other books that cover those topics well enough.

      If you're still unsure as to whether to buy this book, there is extensive writing on his website about his work and that should give you a flavour of what he's on about.

      This is a first class introduction to a great body of work. I guarantee you'll learn insights about yourself and your partner and relating that are simply priceless in terms of the value generated by their practical application.

      I hope you get as much out of it as I did. Thanks for reading my review.

      4 out of 5 stars An Engaging Introduction.......2006-01-18

      Great philosophy here: an excellent guide to gender motivation and energy polarities. David Deida is brilliant, with a visual style of interpreting the realms of transpersonal psychology.

      I've given this book 4 stars only due to poor editing - it becomes redundant after the first few chapters.

      Saturate your mind with Deida's work at his `Blue Truth' site, or visit `Integral Naked', where you can watch some of his workshop videos and interviews for free!

      4 out of 5 stars intimate communion.......2005-08-04

      This is a great book because it simply lays out the structure in men and women. The book helps the awareness of men and women change from confusion to understanding. Its appearent to me that in our culture both sexes has a misunderstanding in dealing with each other and even themselves. Me as a young man, this book has helped me to better understand myself and my counter parts.

      4 out of 5 stars Interesting but.......2003-06-11

      This book gives us so much to think about, but there is still something missing. After each chapter I closed my eyes and thought through the lessons and how I could apply them to my own relationships. It really is insightful

      5 out of 5 stars Secrets of Sexual Attraction.......2003-06-01

      It is rather interesting to compare this work written in 1995 to David Deida's work which appeared in 2002. This earlier work is rather revealing. Not only does Deida open up and share some secrets about his own relationship, he shows tremendous and at times breathtaking insight in regards to the female psyche. If anyone understands women, it is David Deida!

      What this book ultimately reveals is a growing awareness of how men and women have both a male and female essence. The arc of polarity between the two is what counts in the realm of sexual satisfaction. If you have more masculine energy then you will attract a more feminine partner.

      "For magnetic energy to flow, you need a north pole and a south pole. For sexual energy to flow, you need two poles too." ~David Deida

      "Intimate Communion" not only explains why our relationships go through periods of dissatisfaction, but it reveals why we also go through intense moments of sheer ecstasy.

      What makes a woman invite a man deeper into her world? Could it be as easy as the man listening to her and being fully present, strong and passionate? What are the qualities of an ideal woman? Yes, beauty does seem to be first, but intelligence is fifth on the list. It seems men want beauty and sex and women want presence and intelligence. Makes sense. What is a woman's deepest desire? It seems we women know what we want, but at times need to know why we are not attracting what we desire most.

      Once you realize what attracts you to your opposite, you can start to work on areas to increase desire in your relationship. To find out which sexual essence you possess, there is a sexual essence quiz. This book also emphasizes the three main stages of Intimacy. Intimate Communion is the goal. This place where you are spontaneously loving or at least open as the sky. Where you see arguments as a place for self-improvement and welcome anger, extreme lust, the feminine sea of emotions and masculine possession.

      Do women really want to be selfishly possessed? Or is it that the man realizes that when we say we want to be alone, we actually want the man to stay?

      I still think there is time to just be by yourself or literally withdraw a bit from your partner and David seems to promote an absolute openness that might be exhausting for some individuals who enjoy their quiet space or a pout now and then. I see room for a woman being allowed to retreat, renew herself and then open again when she is ready. If a man is not sensitive to a woman's needs, then she should not be expected to remain so open that she continues to be wounded. I think when a woman is finally ready to return to the relationship, the most important thing a man can do is listen. I think we all just want to be understood.

      David Deida seems mostly interested in helping his readers find their deepest gifts and literally become a magnet for their partner to be attracted to. The process to get to this point does contain risks.

      After reading this book you will know:

      Why men hate women giving them directions.
      Why surrender can be erotic.
      Why men have trouble committing to a relationship even when they are ?in love.?
      Why the essential form of the feminine bad mood is the hurt of being unloved and the anger that results from feeling abandoned or rejected.
      Why you can attract the wrong partner if you are giving off the wrong energy.
      Why is confidence, vision and guidance so sexy?

      What is amazing is how aware you become of everything around you. After reading this book, even songs on the radio will have a completely new twist.You start realizing that what men are singing about is at times directly related to the top 6 things men want in a woman and what women are singing about is the top 6 things women want in a man. There are also men who sing what women want to hear and seem to have that deeper awareness of what women really want.

      While I normally like to read all David Deida?s books while I'm snuggled up in my comfy bed, this might be a book you want to read twice. Once just to read the book and then once to study and make notes!

      The more books you read by this author, the better your relationship becomes. Even if only one partner is reading the books, it can make a big difference in your relationship.

      It is as if these principles seep into your very soul. Suddenly you realize all the things you could be doing to encourage a more fulfilling relationships and all the things you are doing that are destroying what you want the most.

      I can also highly recommend:

      The Way of the Superior Man
      Dear Lover: A Woman's Guide to Enjoying Love?s Deepest Bliss
      Living Sacred Intimacy
      Naked Buddhism
      Finding God through Sex

      David Deida's books are for men and women who are turned on by spiritual ecstasy and want to break free from sexual neutrality. Reading any book by David Deida is a comforting embrace for the heart, a slow dance with your soul and enlightenment for the mind.
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