It's A Breakup Not A Breakdown: Get over the big one and change your life - for good! [Paperback]

Lisa Steadman (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 2, 2007

Every woman has experienced her Big Breakup, the one that shakes her core and makers her feel she doesn't want to fall in love ever again. This book gently caters for those who have suffered from The Big One. While there are many casual breakup guides on the market, as well as those that offer breakup revenge tactics, none illustrate just how fabulous moving on can be. Lisa Steadman tells readers that a breakup is not about being "broken". Rather, she reminds women that a breakup is about celebrating who they are and figuring out how to pick themselves up after the fall and move on. It's about a breakup, not a breakdown!

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About the Author

Lisa Steadman, known as The Relationship Journalist(tm), studies breakups, dating, and relationships for a living. Her writing has appeared on iVillage.com, TangoMag.com, and MSN. true-life tales of how breaking up with the wrong person is the right thing to do. Lisa has also been featured on numerous radio and television shows espousing the positive side of breaking up. Lisa lives in Los Angeles with her boyfriend, whom she met after successfully surviving her Big Breakup, using the tips and techniques she shares in this book.

Product Details

• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: Polka Dot Press (April 2, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1598691724
• ISBN-13: 978-1598691726
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.5 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #102,642 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Lisa Steadman is an internationally acclaimed media personality, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, and CEO of Woohoo, Inc. Lisa founded her company after leaving Corporate America in 2004, the same year she successfully survived her own "Big Breakup." Using her unique and proven methods, Lisa now helps women break free from what's not working in their lives (relationships, career, etc.) and step into their unique Woohoo Way of Life using her masterful mentoring methods.

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Funny, Witty, Wise, July 16, 2007

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Juan - See all my reviews

This review is from: It's A Breakup Not A Breakdown: Get over the big one and change your life - for good! (Paperback)

I've been through many breakups. After one of my very first breakups, with the girl I thought was my soul mate, I was devastated and heartbroken. I can't describe how awful I felt other than to say that it was like having a loved one pass away. It took me a long time to get over that breakup. I wish I would have had this book to help me through those sad and dark times.

After another breakup I made the mistake of not cutting off contact with the ex. We got back together, broke up, got back together, etc. It was an awful emotional rollercoaster with twists and turns that wreaked havoc on my psyche. I wish I'd had this book then to help me through those insane times.

Throughout all my breakups my friends and family were there for me (Thanks guys and girls) but their help lacked something and I always felt like no one knew what I was going through and what all these breakups meant. I didn't feel there was anyone who could guide me though the process and help me get some clarity and insight into my breakups.

All I have to say is thank you. Thank you Ms. Steadman for sharing your wisdom about breaking up and how I can use my breakup experiences to move on UP. I now get it!!!!!!

As the book says, "breakups are significant because the ultimately teach us about ourselves". I now understand that I can use my breakups as an opportunity to learn about what I really want out of dating. I've been challenged to take a negative, a breakup, and turn it into a positive, an opportunity to grow and learn.

Lastly, thanks for the "target rich" environment dating tip. I now have a better idea of what I want in a woman and where we might meet.

Yours Truly,
Juan

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Couldn't Have Gotten Through It Without This Book!, August 31, 2009

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Anna M. Mackenzie - See all my reviews
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This review is from: It's A Breakup Not A Breakdown: Get over the big one and change your life - for good! (Paperback)

Recently, I had the really big big one---the break up that tore my heart apart. Stocked full of deception, betrayal and more drama that a mini series, I was at my darkest moment when I came upon Lisa's book. From the very first page saying 'Congratulations!' on my breakup, I was hooked. I never really thought of my horrible experience as an opportunity to turn my life around, but it really is! Lisa's charming and funny narrative and working points truly helped heal my soul. I'm having my Movin' On Party' soon and look forward to a happy, healthy heart--ready for a good man to enter next time!

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Help on Surviving a Breakup, December 22, 2008

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Rolf Dobelli "getAbstract" (Switzerland) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: It's A Breakup Not A Breakdown: Get over the big one and change your life - for good! (Paperback)

If you tend to endure a breakup holed up in your room in comfy PJs, then getAbstract recommends that you place this survival guide next to your chick flick DVDs, high-priced chocolates and box of tissues. This girl-power book by Lisa Steadman, nicknamed "The Relationship Journalist," reads like a long "You go, girl!" exclamation. Steadman explains that you can use the "big breakup" experience to become more fabulous than before you met Mr. Wrong. All it takes is a little fortitude and a lot of self-focused behavior. If you want to indulge in a cryfest, a new pair of boots or a bit of spoiling by mom, Steadman says, "Do it!" The goal, however, is to emerge from your breakup with a better understanding of what you need and want and how to make it happen. Use your breakup as a vehicle to learn about yourself and embrace your single status as an opportunity to make valuable changes. One gentle caution: Steadman's basic intent is to offer a good laugh, some female bonding and a warm hug, not a serious, therapeutic method of overcoming a trauma.