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Note: This is NOT a book for single women on how to find a man; it is a guide for women who want to find their truest selves and celebrate them. As the author of the daily meditation book for teenage girls, Be True to Yourself, Amanda Ford's message of fierce individuality and even stronger identity has grown up with her audience. In her new bookKiss Me, I'm Single, Ford exhorts single women not to get lost in the pressure to be in a relationship (single women's mantra: Any relationship will do!) and not to lose themselves in a relationship. The bottom line is that the most important relationship they can have is with themselves.
True love is an inside job and begins with you. It is a basic fact of life that in order to be truly happy and fulfilled with another person, you must be truly happy and fulfilled on your own first. A good relationship can enhance life for sure, but it cannot take what is just "okay" and turn in into perfect. InKiss Me, I'm SingleAmanda Ford urges readers: "Get off your derrieres and get to work on yourself. Go inward and be relentless in your search. Discover what is in you that you must do in order to bring joy into your own life."
Refreshingly honest, ruefully witty and wise, Ford has also dug deep down and done the work she recommends. From her soul-searching sojourn, Amanda Ford brings back news that will empower all young women: "Love has nothing to do with another person; it is a condition of your own heart."

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Amanda Ford is twenty-seven years old and has written four books. Making her living as an author, speaker, and freelance writer for magazines, Amanda lives in Seattle, Washington, in a tiny apartment by a lake.

Paperback: 203 pages
Publisher: Conari Press (July 1, 2007)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1573243019
ISBN-13: 978-1573243018
Product Dimensions: 5.3 x 0.6 x 7.5 inches
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Four Stars

ByBelleon July 22, 2017

Format: Kindle EditionVerified Purchase

An okay read. Four stars cause I didn't finish reading it. It became a bit monotonous for me.

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Not just for single women, for (even married) dudes too

ByInswichlicuoron July 26, 2007

Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase

Let me just say I am not a single woman, but rather a long-time married man. This book was recommended to me as I was going through a challenging period of my life and I must say it was marketed poorly, because this book is for ANYONE reexamining their lives!

Amanda has written a stunningly honest bit of philosophy and self-examination, one I think many people can gain a lot of affirmation and life strategies from.

Some highlights for me:
You have to love yourself before you can truly love someone else (so true for me, and something that's very much helped my relationship with my wife)

In striving at work, when are you "there"? There is no "there", and so you continue to sacrifice, never happy with where you're at.

Quiet is an incredible luxury to give yourself (like many, I tend to give myself sensory overload with television, ipod, computer, etc. A little quiet reading now feels like a vacation)

Cooking the old fashioned way is a luxury that grounds you and creates a sense of enjoyment

Seriously, this is an inexpensive book that has really helped me see the important things in my life, and has helped me to put my life into a new perspective. I really recommend anyone going through a period of self-examination take a look at the "search inside" feature on Amazon and see if her words speak to you as clearly as they did to me.

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Great book.

Bymaybecrystalon July 28, 2010

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Contains lots of things that everyone should know and live by, by most probably don't. Short, good read. And it's not just for singles. I'm happily married and thoroughly enjoyed it.

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Well, it is color coordinated?

ByKathyDEnthusiast: Knittingon June 21, 2011

Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase

Not really full of advice or sage wisdom. I bought this based on the other customers' reviews and it was a disappointing read at best. At least the pages are color coordinated is the best I can come up with. Other than that, there is probably more wisdom and life lessons in an average issue of Yoga Journal than in this text. Probably best for a younger woman who hasn't already been taught to embrace the moment and learn to love yourself.

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Much needed book today

ByJennifer F.on January 30, 2008

Format: Paperback

Inspiring, reassuring, encouraging, insightful, compassionate, fun, and wonderful!

As a single woman, I'm often tormented with thoughts of unworthiness based on my marital status. Many factors contribute to these insecurities including cultural expectations and familial pressures. Somehow, we've convinced one another that life doesn't begin until you have married and have settled down.

There's nothing wrong with searching for "the one," but Amanda Ford reminds us that life can still be enjoyed while we are searching.

This book gave me much needed perspective in a time when I thought I should just throw in the towel and officially label myself a spinster and a failure. I had come to the incorrect conclusion that because I wasn't with anyone, I couldn't have an enjoyable, happy life. Amanda reminds us that the grass is just as green on our side (the single side) as it is on their side (the married side), sometimes greener.

What I have in my current state as a single gal is freedom--freedom to find out what I love, what I'm passionate about, and what I'm not willing to settle for.

We must be able to adapt and find happiness and contentment on our own, because even if we find our soulmates, he or she will not fulfill us all of the time.

I agree with the similar sentiments here that every woman needs to read this. And then re-read it everytime you doubt your worth. It will inspire you to keep going and never give up.

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Perfect for Single Ladies

ByJ. Kaye Oldneron March 20, 2008

Format: Paperback

Amanda Ford understands the pains of being single, but says it's just a natural state of life. And isn't that the truth? If so, then why do we try to avoid those things in life which we find distasteful? Is it peer pressure? Media? Or maybe it's a little of both.

In KISS ME, I'M SINGLE, Amanda Ford has single women step back and evaluate their life, not run from it. She encourages us to rid ourselves of the falsehood that women must be in a relationship to be happy. Her book is packed with mini stories, all of which I could related to. Each story is followed with a bit of advice delivered in a loving and sometimes humorous tone.

Even though I am no longer single, Ford's message is one I can use. That message is that true love begins with me. I must look with myself in order to discover the joy in my life. It's not found in another person. In other words, two incomplete people do not equal out to be a whole. What you end up with is two unhappy people.

If a list of must read books for women existed, then KISS ME, I'M SINGLE would be on it. I highly recommend this book for ALL women, not just the single ones. Ford's sweet, upbeat tone will bring a smile to your face.

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Really enjoyed this book!

ByAnnaon July 3, 2007

Format: Paperback

There are so many things I enjoyed about this book. For starters, I loved Ms. Ford's voice. It's intimate and warm and welcoming. Reading her words is a lot like listening to a sister or a good friend sharing the best advice she has to offer on relationships, pursuing your dreams, loving yourself and others, and being consistently kind, compassionate and gentle with everyone in your life, including yourself. I'm also a fan of the book's cheerful hot pink and white design and layout.

Ms. Ford courageously shares personal anecdotes about her own past loves that reveal a great deal about her depth of character and level of emotional insight. She also invites readers to share in the joys of the quiet, peaceful side of life that can be such an exquisitely precious part of any fully lived and fully examined life, solo or otherwise. I also loved reading what Ms. Ford has to say about friendships and the various roles that different friends play in our lives. Regardless of your current relationship status, you will find much to love and relate to in this lovely, heartfelt book.

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Singledom is a gift- use it wisely!

I read this lovely little book cover to cover twice in a row. It had nuggets of wisdom on almost every page and rings absolutely true.Read more

Published on July 22, 2009 by Michele Beasley

Great Book!

I stumbled across this book at my local bookstore, and I feel like this book found me--I read it one afternoon, cover to cover.Read more

Published on July 16, 2008 by J. Bernabe

Single in the City

By far the best book I have ever read as a single woman- I have been struggling with my past breakup and this book has changed my perspective in life totally- and has honestly...Read more

Published on January 11, 2008 by nh2016

this book is a treasure

Kiss Me,I'm Single is for absolutely everyone who lives and breathes and longs for something more than the fairy-tale, miniscule and limited horizons we are led to believe are our...Read more

Published on August 21, 2007 by Antonia Kabakov

Kiss me, I love this book!

"Kiss Me, I'm Single" should be required reading for every woman, regardless of relationship status.Read more

Published on August 12, 2007 by J. Cutler

Funny, Wise, Poignant, Uplifting

I adore this charming book. It's one of those wise tomes that you can read in one setting and when you are at the end you will put it on your night stand to read again and again.Read more

Published on August 11, 2007 by Ms. Bookworm

I LOVE THIS BOOK!

This is a great book and I would recommend that every girl should read this single or not. This book is filled with tons of good messages that we all forget.Read more

Published on August 9, 2007 by dr1cook

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