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Why Men Love Bitches: From Doormat to Dreamgirl - A Woman's Guide to Holding Her Own in a Relationship
by
Sherry Argov
Do you feel like you are too nice?
Sherry Argov's "Why Men Love Bitches" delivers a unique perspective as to why men are attracted to a strong woman who stands up for herself. With saucy detail on every page, this no-nonsense guide reveals why a strong woman is much more desirable than a yes woman" who routinely sacrifices herself. The author provides compelling answers to...more
Sherry Argov's "Why Men Love Bitches" delivers a unique perspective as to why men are attracted to a strong woman who stands up for herself. With saucy detail on every page, this no-nonsense guide reveals why a strong woman is much more desirable than a yes woman" who routinely sacrifices herself. The author provides compelling answers to...more
Paperback, 288 pages
Published
October 1st 2002
by Adams Media Corporation
(first published 2000)
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Speaking of the book objectively: It contais a number of advices on pursuing something called "worthy man" or "good man". Such a man is romantic and cares for her potential partner, but is also childish, ego-oriented and selfish. He must be conducted by flattery and misconception. Many of the techniques showed in the book are going to work on a large number of males, in my opinion.
It is also of my opinion that the outcome of this book is disgusting. All the prescriptive and inductive methods on...more
It is also of my opinion that the outcome of this book is disgusting. All the prescriptive and inductive methods on...more
I bought it...
I read it...
I read it for the second time around...
I've learned so many things that I can't reveal because I discovered so many things...to myself and even for the benefit of my significant other...
I applied it...
It worked...
It was successfuuuullll...
Investment...
Last wordS...
WORTH KEEPING!!!
I read it...
I read it for the second time around...
I've learned so many things that I can't reveal because I discovered so many things...to myself and even for the benefit of my significant other...
I applied it...
It worked...
It was successfuuuullll...
Investment...
Last wordS...
WORTH KEEPING!!!
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Bella Swan should have read this book!
I am not really into self-help books like this because I really don't give a damn about guys. Sure, guys are such fascinating creatures. Sometimes I want them. But most of the times, I just want them to leave me alone. And no, I am definitely NOT a man-hater, I told you, they fascinate me. But I just couldn't make myself give a damn on whether men I know think I'm a doormat or a dream girl. I have much better things to do than that. And if a guy doesn't li...more
I am not really into self-help books like this because I really don't give a damn about guys. Sure, guys are such fascinating creatures. Sometimes I want them. But most of the times, I just want them to leave me alone. And no, I am definitely NOT a man-hater, I told you, they fascinate me. But I just couldn't make myself give a damn on whether men I know think I'm a doormat or a dream girl. I have much better things to do than that. And if a guy doesn't li...more
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“ لماذا يعشقُ الرجالُ العاهرات؟ : من ممسحة أحذية إلى فتاة أحلام , دليل المرأة للحفاظ على نفسها في العلاقة العاطفية “ .
تقول الكاتبة ان هذا العنوان الصادم ماهو إلا عنوان ساخر يصف ما تفكر فيه المرأة عندما تشعر بالاحتياج لرجل ما فتقدم له كل ما تعتقد انه يريده وإذ فجأة يتركها ليذهب إلى امرأة أخرى .. وأنها لا تقصد أبدا معناه الحرفي.
لن أتحدث عن محتوى الكتاب كاملا , فمحتواه على رغم صغره أكبر من أن يُناقش في مقالة واحدة , ولكن سأكتفي بمناقشة الفصل الثالث من الكتاب صاحب عنوان "The Candy Store" أو " محل ا...more
تقول الكاتبة ان هذا العنوان الصادم ماهو إلا عنوان ساخر يصف ما تفكر فيه المرأة عندما تشعر بالاحتياج لرجل ما فتقدم له كل ما تعتقد انه يريده وإذ فجأة يتركها ليذهب إلى امرأة أخرى .. وأنها لا تقصد أبدا معناه الحرفي.
لن أتحدث عن محتوى الكتاب كاملا , فمحتواه على رغم صغره أكبر من أن يُناقش في مقالة واحدة , ولكن سأكتفي بمناقشة الفصل الثالث من الكتاب صاحب عنوان "The Candy Store" أو " محل ا...more
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I remember once, one of my friends told me that she'd been in a Ndwah held by Dr. Sana Abed. And as Dr. Sana always concern with girls' issues, problems and relationships, she advised all the girls to read this book. To say the truth, I was shocked. How come someone like her recommends such a horribly entitled book?!! ……. But now after I read it, I figured out that she just made a very important recommendation and MARVELOUS as well.
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I felt compelled to write a review about this book because it changed the way I dated and most importantly changed the way I treated myself. This is one of the most influential self help books I have ever read and I have made all of my girlfriends read it. Sherri Argov is insightful and cuts through BS with her sword of truth. Yes the title is a bit much but you get the true meaning of the word bitch when you actually read the book. The underlying premise of the book is about having self respect...more
6 stars! A 100% honest book... Definitely worth keeping!
I first picked up this book attracted by the intriguing title. So how does Sherry Argov define a bitch?
I first picked up this book attracted by the intriguing title. So how does Sherry Argov define a bitch?
Bitch (n): A woman who won’t bang her head against the wall obsessing over someone else’s opinion— be it a man or anyone else in her life. She understands that if someone does not approve of her, it’s just one person’s opinion; therefore, it’s of no real importance. She doesn't try to live up to anyone else’s standards— only her own. Beca...more
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Mr. Angelina loves this book because he feels vindicated. He is in MAD hearts with the queen bitch (me, unless he has some other special lady friend I don't know about. In which case I have one thing to say: SHARE GODDAMIT.)
At three in the morning when a booty call won't take the hint, a gal doesn't call her mousy friend. She calls me. And with a hearty, "You're gonna have to get on up out of here, mutherfucker!" the assclown is tossed out on his keister. And if he doesn't back sass i might even...more
At three in the morning when a booty call won't take the hint, a gal doesn't call her mousy friend. She calls me. And with a hearty, "You're gonna have to get on up out of here, mutherfucker!" the assclown is tossed out on his keister. And if he doesn't back sass i might even...more
Ok, first of all, I know you're reading this and rolling your eyes!!! (hi Jafar, hi Rustam!) It was a gag gift I got from my friend for my birthday so I gave it a whirl while I was at the gym- and finished it in a snap. It's actually pretty good! Bitch isn't really "bitch" in the traditional sense of the word. Basically her point is that women should have their own lives going on and that that's more attractive to men. Seriously since this is news to so many women, I'm happy for the author that...more
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The fact is, you're not supposed to read a book like this, let alone like it. When this book came recommended to me from a few members of a woman's group I belonged to at the time, skeptical wouldn't begin to describe what I thought. I mean, the title alone kind of wants to make you gag. Most men hate bitches, don't they? This book can't help you find, keep or get a man, right? Well, right. But I think that's the whole point of the book and possibly its beauty.
After a few chapters, you realize...more
After a few chapters, you realize...more
Jun 16, 2007
Syreeta
rated it
3 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
As Marsha stated...to any single woman who is a "nice girl"
Wow, where do I start...I would never have read this book just because of the horrible title. However, I'm glad Marsha explained the title so that I could get by the "horrible" name thing I was dealing with. This book gave me a little insight to why nice women like myself sometimes finish last and can't seem to get a nice guy in line to "do right"...well, since right is a matter of perception and interpretation I better say for a man to treat her like the queen that she is.. I enjoyed this book...more
This is the worst "self help" book I have ever read. The dumb fox theory completely negates the entire book. How are you going to prove you don't need a man around when you can't change a tire or lightbulb without him? RIDICULOUS! I'm not going to dumb myself down to make my boyfriend feel better about himself that's his insecurity issues to work on! This book basically teaches a woman how to play mind games and be passive agressive which in my opinion are NOT going to land you a healthy, long...more
I picked up a used copy of this book as a gag gift, and my fascination with the intensive note-taking and underlining the previous owner had done in the copy lead me to read a good chunk of this book.
Of what I read the basic concepts are acceptable enough; women should value their dignity and not allow their suitors to take advantage of them. However, the idea that a woman with a backbone is a "bitch", and the idea that women must be manipulative to gain fair treatment in a relationship (as de...more
Of what I read the basic concepts are acceptable enough; women should value their dignity and not allow their suitors to take advantage of them. However, the idea that a woman with a backbone is a "bitch", and the idea that women must be manipulative to gain fair treatment in a relationship (as de...more
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If your the type of woman who find yourself always doing and giving and giving and doing before you even get the "gf" tittle to later get dropped like a bad habit without an explanation then this book right here will let you know WHAT'S UP! This is like the relationship bible for women who are needy, insecure and got their priorities out of order. You know who you are. I know it's hard to admit that your any of this things but come on every woman has experienced if not one all of this traits at...more
Well, apart from the title ... which I believe was chosen for pure marketing reasons, I could relate to every part of this book, and I was happy knowing that I'm doing it right. The book gives women reassurance that hey dont need to be anythin but themselves, it seeks to empower women and free them from the enslavement they put themselves under when they choose to be committed in a relationship and totally disregard their own needs. It's a book about self respect and how to maintain it during yo...more
This is a classic in self-help.
There are self-help books put together with rehashed material or not enough material(lots of fluff), this is one book where some repetition is only aimed to drive home the point, when needed. Otherwise the anecdotes shared and the insights given are phenomenal. It confirmed my long held beliefs and instinctive reactions, which many women found objectionable.
In my opinion, this book is applicable not just to romantic relationships but to all human interaction. It te...more
There are self-help books put together with rehashed material or not enough material(lots of fluff), this is one book where some repetition is only aimed to drive home the point, when needed. Otherwise the anecdotes shared and the insights given are phenomenal. It confirmed my long held beliefs and instinctive reactions, which many women found objectionable.
In my opinion, this book is applicable not just to romantic relationships but to all human interaction. It te...more
I read this book several years ago when I was younger and not so smart. At the time I had been dating someone for about 6 months without the title or commitment and unfortunately, I was the girl in this book. A few months later I got tired of the bs and turned into the " bitch" that this book tells you to be, not because I did it intentionally, but because I just didn't care anymore. And guess what, IT WORKED! he did a 180 and was the one chasing and wanting the commitment. I gave it a shot but...more
. I fell in love w/ this book because it opened up my eyes to things I thought is right & okay in dealing w/ a man.
First and foremost it says in the book that being a bitch doesn't mean you are rude or a whore. The term "bitch" means being independent and a woman who stand to her own principles. What i learned most in this book is that being nice and kind is a necessity only when a guy is worth keeping and that he knows your value. In contrary, being nice & kind to an asshole who doesn't...more
First and foremost it says in the book that being a bitch doesn't mean you are rude or a whore. The term "bitch" means being independent and a woman who stand to her own principles. What i learned most in this book is that being nice and kind is a necessity only when a guy is worth keeping and that he knows your value. In contrary, being nice & kind to an asshole who doesn't...more
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Ok, so right now I’m writing my thoughts about the book. It’s kinda a handbook for girls. “How to tame your man”. Yeah, perhaps something like that or “how to get him.” That’s what the book is all about, it talks about power we have over men, we women may seem weaker than men, but our power is very much nastier than of men. Our power is a more of a sexy and manipulative kind of power. Okay, I think I didn’t really explain why this book tackles about power. Ok, power is our influence to other peo...more
When reading this book, if you replace the word "bitch" with "strong independent woman", it deserves a three star rating. Otherwise, it should get maybe a two and a half star.
There were parts where I felt the author tried too hard to seem sassy. This sometimes made the advice come across as juvenile. I would think that in adult relationships, honesty, communication and maturity should be more important than manipulation and playing games with each other.
I did agree with, and could even relate...more
There were parts where I felt the author tried too hard to seem sassy. This sometimes made the advice come across as juvenile. I would think that in adult relationships, honesty, communication and maturity should be more important than manipulation and playing games with each other.
I did agree with, and could even relate...more
Why Men Love Bitches is a great self-help book for women who end up putting too much of themselves into a relationship either habitually or particular to one relationship. If you do not have problems with giving too much of yourself to a relationship, then don't even bother to read this book. It's not intended for you.
Me? I do have the tendency to give my all (too much) so this book was very helpful for me. Does it say stuff that I already know? Of course. Any good self-help book is stating comm...more
Me? I do have the tendency to give my all (too much) so this book was very helpful for me. Does it say stuff that I already know? Of course. Any good self-help book is stating comm...more
Feb 02, 2012
Kami
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No matter how much the author argues the merits of the approach, the redefinition of 'bitch' as positive and 'nice girl' as negative is just a grab at sales through controversy. I'm certainly not buying it.
The chapter on why it is important for a woman to retain the ability to support herself (and thus the power to leave a bad relationship) is great - really one of the best things I've read in a dating advice book ever. The rest of the material, with isolated moments that are extremely amusing,...more
The chapter on why it is important for a woman to retain the ability to support herself (and thus the power to leave a bad relationship) is great - really one of the best things I've read in a dating advice book ever. The rest of the material, with isolated moments that are extremely amusing,...more
The title sounds ridiculous. And, if the book hadn't been recommended to me by a very trustworthy friend, I never would have picked it up. That said, I have learned so much from this book.
I am 20 years old and recently broke up with my first boyfriend. We only dated for about 6 weeks before he broke up with me because he, "doesn't have strong enough feelings for me". This book helped me realize the fatal mistakes that I made with him and that I will now avoid making in future relationships.
I wa...more
I am 20 years old and recently broke up with my first boyfriend. We only dated for about 6 weeks before he broke up with me because he, "doesn't have strong enough feelings for me". This book helped me realize the fatal mistakes that I made with him and that I will now avoid making in future relationships.
I wa...more
This book is great advice for any women are are pushovers. I think it's geared for those women, so that's why the book's content can seem so extreme and harsh. But before people pass judement on the book, the author Sherry Argov, points out from the beginning what she really means by the work 'Bitch' within the content of her book. She says NO woman should be what most people picture when they think of a bitch: abrassive, bad attitude, ungrateful, mean, etc... What Sherry means by the word bitch...more
I read this book because a friend suggested it and loaned it to me. I think this is a horrible book and I'll tell you why.
Most of the "men" described in this book are douchebags. Plain and simple. The author claims she got her information from actual men. Fine. I'm sure she did. But those men, if that is the type of information they gave her, are douchebags.
And, aren't we tired of dealing with douchebags by now? It's 2011 and I have self-respect. Too much self-respect to put up with a man who...more
Most of the "men" described in this book are douchebags. Plain and simple. The author claims she got her information from actual men. Fine. I'm sure she did. But those men, if that is the type of information they gave her, are douchebags.
And, aren't we tired of dealing with douchebags by now? It's 2011 and I have self-respect. Too much self-respect to put up with a man who...more
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Contrary to what the title says, this book isn't about being a bitch. It's about being assertive and how to avoid letting a guy treat you like a doormat. It teaches you how to give the impression that you're interested, but while letting him know you're not going to stop every other part of your life for him (something that makes you MORE attractive, not less). Guys don't want a woman who is going to smother him (and women feel the same way towards men!).
Unfortunately, when I was having a parti...more
Unfortunately, when I was having a parti...more
المراه نوعين :الكتاب مبني على عشرين قاعدة اساسية يجب ان تفهمها كل امراة
القاعدة الاولى:
كل شيء يلاحقه المرء يهرب منه.
فاذا كنت تلاحقين زوجك بالاتصالات والاسئلة والتودد الزائد غير المبرر فهو حتما سيهرب لانك تضعينه تحت ضغط كبير وتحرمينه من التحدي للفوز برضاك فانت تكافئينه بمناسبة وبغير مناسبه فلم عساه يسعى لرضاك؟؟
القاعدة الثانية:
النساء اللاتي يتسلقن لهن الرجال الصعاب ليسو بالضرورة سيدات استثنائيات..!! وانما هم غالبا" من الصنف الذي لا يظهر الاهتمام الشديد والحاجة_ وانا اسميها تسول العاطفة_ الى تل...more
القاعدة الاولى:
كل شيء يلاحقه المرء يهرب منه.
فاذا كنت تلاحقين زوجك بالاتصالات والاسئلة والتودد الزائد غير المبرر فهو حتما سيهرب لانك تضعينه تحت ضغط كبير وتحرمينه من التحدي للفوز برضاك فانت تكافئينه بمناسبة وبغير مناسبه فلم عساه يسعى لرضاك؟؟
القاعدة الثانية:
النساء اللاتي يتسلقن لهن الرجال الصعاب ليسو بالضرورة سيدات استثنائيات..!! وانما هم غالبا" من الصنف الذي لا يظهر الاهتمام الشديد والحاجة_ وانا اسميها تسول العاطفة_ الى تل...more
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والله كتاب جميل,معرفش ليه ناس كتير بتوقف عند العنوان,ايه يا اخوالنا ما درستوش بلاغة فى تانية ثانوى واللا ايه:)),ممتع الكتاب ,طريقة العرض,المنهج المعتمد من ناحية الكاتبة لا يشعرك لا بالملل ولا بالنفور,يمثل خطرا ساحقا ماحقا علينا,معشر الشباب والرجال الغلابة"جدا والله:)))",ولكنه اضافة لكلا النوعين الانسانيين اذا ما صلحت النوايا للاستفادة مما يقدمه الكتاب من نصائح وملاحظات,واخيرا وقبل ان أترككم فى رعاية الله وأمنه,حبيت هنا أحط ريفيو عجبنى,لاخينا فى الانسانية سام,من باب الحوار مع الاخر"اللى انا معرفو...more
Thoroughly enjoyed the humor that was throughout "Why Men Love Bitches." The author makes it very clear that "bitches" does not refer to a mean and nasty person, but a person that stands up for herself whether she is dating, in a long-term relationship, or married for years. There's a little something for everyone tucked between these pages. The charts were funny, but on the Nook version they were distorted somewhat in that the structure of the charts were off.
Some things were very basic and wha...more
Some things were very basic and wha...more
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Sherry Argov is the author of Why Men Marry Bitches, and her work has appeared in over thirty magazines including Cosmopolitan, Self, Glamour, and First for Women. Sherry's work has been featured on national television shows such as The View and The O'Reilly Factor, and has been praised by the Los Angeles Times and Publishers Weekly. Why Men Love Bitches is also a live theater production abroad, a...more
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“Bitch (noun): A woman who won't bang her head against the wall obsessing over someone else's opinion - be it a man or anyone else in her life. She understands that if someone does not approve of her, it's just one person's opinion; therefore, it's of no real importance. She doesn't try to live up to anyone else's standards - only her own. Because of this, she relates to a man very differently.”
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