Despite the title, this book is not full of recipes. Rather, it includes commonsense tips and advice for making husbands happy. Dr. Schlessinger does not mince words when it comes to telling women the truth. She cuts thru the nonsense and double standards to reveal the hypocrisies of many wives. Emphasis is placed on treating men fairly, respecting a man in his home, encouraging a man, appreciating a man, caring for men, and being mindful of one's words. If a man yells at a woman it is verbal abuse, but if a woman yells at a man it is normal--this is a double standard of hypocrisy. The author explains how women are not such a prize that men will put up with poor treatment forever. When the straw breaks the camel's back, worn down husbands will simply leave, whether that be physically, mentally, or emotionally. In order to have a happy marriage, women must treat their husbands with the same respect they would a stranger. Familiarity unfortunately breeds contempt, which is a destroyer of marriage. If more women could learn to "not sweat the small stuff", "let it go", "forgive and move on", and simply be grateful for all that their men do, there would be a lot less divorce. I recommend this book for any woman aspiring to marriage. Forget planning for the wedding - plan for the marriage instead.
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