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Bernie Ashman (Author)
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September 8, 2000
Somehow, your relationship that started out so wonderfully is having problems. Or perhaps you'd like to anticipate what problems could occur in a potential relationship. More importantly, you need to know how to resolve the problems.

Problems of interpersonal relationships are most often caused because everyone has conscious and unconscious needs and behaviors that can conflict with those of another. Recognizing and dealing with them can save relationships. You'll find out how to do this in Bernie Ashman's SignMates.

Contrary to what some people think, your astrological sign doesn't "force" you to do anything. It is simply an indicator of what you are. By understanding how the signs relate, you can better understand relationships and how to overcome problems that may arise. In a nutshell, that is what this book will do for you.

The book relates potential problems in a relationship between every sign of the zodiac. For example, if you are a Virgo and your partner is a Scorpio, you may play the "Sabotage Game," where you make it difficult for your partner to reach goals because of unresolved anger or jealousy. To deal with this you need to become aware of negative, unproductive comments and support your partner. Two other games and coping strategies are given.

Or perhaps you are a Libra and your partner is an Aquarius. You may experience the "Lovers and Strangers Game" where your sense of closeness vacillates between extremes. This is a test to see if you can handle emotional heat. You have to be willing to simply and honestly discuss your feelings. Again, two more games and strategies for dealing with the conflicts that cause them are given.

No matter what sign you and your partner are, this book will pinpoint the potential pitfalls and how to deal with them. Also included for each pairing is the good news, a "rainbow" at the end of the difficulties, which indicates how great such a relationship can be. Ideal for both non-astrologers and astrological pros, this book can help save your relationship.



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One of the things I have observed over the years is that people work differently. Some can continue to do long hours of labor on a regular schedule while others may do little before suddenly bursting into an energetic explosion of work. Problems can develop when people who have different styles of working end up working together. After some initial problems, a middle ground is obtained which allows the people to work in harmony.

The same thing is true in romantic relationships. One person's inner motivations may conflict with those of a partner or potential partner. And the fact is, when a relationship breaks up, both people do suffer.

Nothing is going to change that. You will have relationships that last and others that don't. I'd like to see you have all the help you can to maintain and enhance relationships you have now, and the ones you may have in the future. That's why I think you should have a copy of SignMates.

In this book you'll learn what your inner motivations in a relationship are, and how they can conflict with the desires – both conscious and unconscious – of your partner. You will also learn about the hidden motivations of your partner that may push your buttons. The book also explains methods for overcoming these problems and why your relationship can be strong and vibrant.

This book will save hours of time for astrologers who can quickly find potential problems in a relationship (it's based on Sun Signs) and how to deal with them. It can also aid counselors of any type. With this book you can have a secret tool that can put you ahead of others in your field.

But I think this book is also important for all of you who are neither counselors nor astrologers and simply want to make your relationships better. This book will show you  possible pitfalls and points of disagreement, as well as giving you strategies for overcoming them. In short, it could save your relationship.

So give your relationship a chance! Use this book.
           

From the Back Cover

: When someone asks "What's your sign?", they may be sizing up the potential of a future relationship. Most people have heard that some sign get along with each other and some don't. Signmates goes miles beyond these simplifications and shows that any combination can work- if you work at it.

The problem is that even the best-suited couples have times when they know something isn't working, but can't put their finger on it. Bernie Ashman sheds light on the source of these problems, and gives concrete ways to overcome the "games people play".


Product Details

  • Paperback: 504 pages
  • Publisher: Llewellyn Publications (September 8, 2000)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1567180469
  • ISBN-13: 978-1567180466
  • Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 7.6 x 1.3 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,102,129 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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13 of 16 people found the following review helpful
Your sign, my sign September 7, 2000
By Cathy
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This is a beginner's level astrology book, or maybe even pre-beginner's level. That is to say, there is no astrology in it beyond sun signs. It is mostly pop psychology -- how to get along with your lover, from 78 points of view -- one for every pair of signs. There is nothing new about this book other than the author's particular spin on how each sign gets along with every other. There is a short section in the beginning describing each sun-sign ("Part I: The Twelve Players"). Then in Part II, the bulk of the book, "Let the Games Begin", every sign is romantically paired with every other. Each pairing begins with a title and an equation, e.g., "Aries-Aquarius: The Eager Ones ... Aries + Aquarius = Lickety-split Unpredictability" followed by a summary paragraph about their interaction. Then the author outlines three games per pairing, e.g. in the Aries-Aquarius example, they are named "Don't Crowd Me Game", "Nineteenth Nervous Breakdown Game", and "Lost Direction Game". Each game description gets about half a page, and suggests ways the couple may run into trouble in their relationship. Then comes a section called "Strategies" which offers ways the previously outlined games/problems can be successfully resolved. Finally, each pairing gets a warm-fuzzy section called "Rainbow" which rhapsodizes about the wonderfulness of that particular relationship. It is usually the longest section, running a page or two (although the "Strategies" section may also be a page or more). It is altogether standard, ho-hum, sun-sign stuff, but astrologically sound enough information. Some may like his breezy, upbeat writing style, though I personally found it banal and superficial. A typical passage, p. 120 (Taurus-Gemini): "...Honesty takes courage. It is scary to think our most cherished dreams may be rejected. It is more convenient to hide our true motives -- but does this lead to the result you want? Give clear messages. Learn to negotiate from the truth than try to conceal from fear. This doesn't happen overnight. Old habits are hard to break..." There are actually 478 pages filled with similar cliches, which is, I guess, an achievement of sorts.
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SignMates By Bernie Ashman January 1, 2001
A Kid's Review
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An excellent book for someone wanting to gain greater clarity about their relationships. There is no better Astrology book on the market today for the mainstream with such simplicity in suggesting ways for lovers to better communicate. The book is a wonderful and well organized Guide to Romantic Love written in an easy to understand language. The psychological and romantic profile of each sign has been written with great insight and depth. The author writes in a down-to-earth and user-friendly style with humor brillantly woven into the book. He encourages the reader to look past the shortcomings of a relationship, and focus more on the positive. The "Games" identify potential problem areas facing any two SignMates. The Strategy sections point toward resolutions. The Rainbow sections show the height any sign combination can reach. This book is highly recommended for individuals seeking greater fulfillment in their romantic relationships.
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Enlightening November 19, 2010
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This book gives a fun look into possible relationships with different signs of the zodiac. Ashman gives a glimpse of what it would be like for a sign to be with any sign of the zodiac. He gives the positive and the negative. Also what the sign your looking into will like about you and what you like about them.
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The twelve Sun sings are the key players in these games. Read the first page
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venusian woman, venusian man, lunar woman, sign chemistry, lunar man, two water signs, mental ingenuity, earthy woman, traditional astrology, game arises, sign combination, fiery woman, creative heights
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Air Ruling Planet, Earth Ruling Planet, Fire Ruling Planet, The Poker Face, Water Ruling Planet
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