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Flying Solo: Single Women in Midlife

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I have read this book several times and I always find it encouraging, empowering, and uplifting. The authors interview many women who have given up on, lost, or never sought the traditional route of husband-and-2.3 children. In spite of societal pressures and expectations, these women lead happy, fulfilling, satisfied lives. Some have found ways to have children and/or a significant other in their lives without the framework of a traditional marriage, and some have not -- but none of them have become the bitter, twisted "spinsters" our society would seem to expect them to be. I found this book to be an inspiration, and I think ALL women should read it; even if you're not "flying solo" now, you might find yourself doing so at some point in the future. This book can show you how to do it -- and even how to enjoy it!

This book basically describes single women in midlife as uniformly content, financially well-off, healthy, and lovin' it. While I think this may be true for a significant proportion of us, I absolutely know it's not true for all. Considering this book was written by a social worker, it does nothing to address the very real societal and economic problems that affect single, middle-aged women. It's a little too biased and a little too gung-ho.

This book, though 10 years old, is a "must read" for all women, single or married, in any stage of adult life. It provides an in-depth understanding of how The Dream, promulgated by our culture, results in most women, despite the progress we've made, still struggling to maintain their own sense of self in the context of relationships, especially with men. I'm on my THIRD reading!

At the recommendation of a co-worker, I read "Flying Solo" when I was a young 30ish single female. I didn't want to read it because I was angry about still being single, but I finally did read it and was glad I did. It made me realize how rich a single female can make her life. I read it over 15 years ago and am recommending it now to a new friend going through an unwanted divorce after 23 years of marriage. Hopefully, it will help her on the path to healing. We women have a lot of enjoy in this blessed life, as well as to offer the world - with or without a partner. Read this book. It will make you take a deep, refreshing breath and help you enjoy your single or attached life.

The product was great and was mailed to me in a timely fashion. I would buy from this seller again...many thanks!

been useful to several clients , both men & women--men have similar problems & many want to learn more abt women. Dr bob