"Yup." "Nope." "Maybe.": A Woman's Guide to Getting More out of the Language of Men [Paperback]

Stephen James (Author), David S. Thomas (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 12, 2007

Oftentimes when two guys are communicating, a lot can be communicated with a few head nods, a couple of grunts. From a woman's perspective, men aren't always so clear. What a woman hears a man say and what he means to communicate can often be very disconnected. Gain an appreciation for how men communicate and discover the depth of feelings that your man has been trying to communicate to you. A companion book to “Does This Dress Make Me Look Fat?” the book for men. Contains a group study guide.
Chapter Headings:

• Yup. Nope. Maybe. (Decoding manspeak)
• I'm Not Lost (Why won't men stop for directions?)
• Wanna Do It? (Do men always think about sex?)
• Your Problem Is . . . (Why does he always try to fix my problems?)
• You're Too Sensitive! (Are men emotionally constipated?)
• In a Minute (Why do men spend so much time on the toilet?
• Can't it Wait Till Halftime? (What's the deal with men and sports?)
• What Were You Thinking? (Why women will always have questions about men)
• Conclusion
• Discussion Guide

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Stephen James, M.A., is a private-practice therapist in Nashville, Tennessee and is also on staff at Fellowship Bible Church as pastor of congregational care. Stephen earned his master's degree in counseling from Mars Hill Graduate School in Seattle, Washington. He is husband to Heather, as well as father to Emma Claire; Elijah; and twins, Henry and Teddy.

David Thomas is a therapist and director of counseling for men and boys at Daystar Counseling in Nashville, Tennessee. He did his undergraduate and graduate work at the University of Tennessee. David lives in Nashville with his wife, Connie; daughter, Lily; and twins, Baker and Witt.

Product Details

• Paperback: 176 pages
• Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers, Inc. (April 12, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1414312075
• ISBN-13: 978-1414312071
• Product Dimensions: 6.9 x 4.9 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #944,335 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars WOW, WHAT A GREAT BOOK!, June 20, 2007

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The Jay (TN) - See all my reviews

This review is from: "Yup." "Nope." "Maybe.": A Woman's Guide to Getting More out of the Language of Men (Paperback)

I thoroughly enjoyed reading this. I thought it was a very candid, straightforward analysis of how we guys really do think. I liked the real life examples and the candor with which these guys shared their own mistakes in communicating with the women in their lives. I really thought the chapter, "Wanna Do It?" was an excellent chapter on sex and how men and women think about it differently. Their approach on this topic, based on faith based principles, was very refreshing. I would recommend this book to men and women from teenagers to seniors.

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Fresh Approach to an Eternal Dilemma..., July 2, 2007

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Bug (Columbia, SC United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: "Yup." "Nope." "Maybe.": A Woman's Guide to Getting More out of the Language of Men (Paperback)

I like a book where the authors aren't afraid to take a jab at themselves. This book reads like a conversation with friends - who happen to have years of training in the world of relationships. Thomas and James avoid the didactic and instead offer an engaging, refreshing and downright funny look at the challenges of love.

And I learned a thing or two while laughing out loud...who knew why educated, middle-aged men get so wrapped up in the pre-school tug of war contest, stand in a room screaming fearlessly at a television set, or refuse to ask for directions?

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars We did it as a bible study, July 15, 2008

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H. Armstrong "Orlando, fl" - See all my reviews
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This review is from: "Yup." "Nope." "Maybe.": A Woman's Guide to Getting More out of the Language of Men (Paperback)

We did these books as a couples bible study. Each week we would read the women and men's chapter and then discus them. The men started talking and it really sparked some great conversations! It was a great book... funny, informational, easy to read, and clever..... we all loved it.