As a woman who’s been on a wild ride of self-discovery, I can tell you that reading has been one of my greatest allies. Books have the power to transform us, to open our minds, and to show us new ways of being.
Whether you’re a young woman just starting to navigate today’s dating landscape, a wife and mom looking to inspire her daughters, or somewhere in between on a mission improve your relationships with men, these books have something to offer.
The Art of Seduction
by Robert Greene
A provocative guidebook for feminine seduction. From the Siren to the Rake, this book offers profiles of different seductive archetypes and advice on how to embody them to achieve your desired outcome.
How to Be an Adult in Relationships: The Five Keys to Mindful Loving
By David Richo
This book teaches you how to cultivate mindful and loving relationships, both with yourself and with others. It covers topics such as self-awareness, emotional healing, and setting healthy boundaries, and provides practical exercises for building stronger relationships.
Bonds That Make Us Free: Healing Our Relationships, Coming to Ourselves
By C. Terry Warner
Challenges readers to rethink the nature of relationships and personal responsibility. The book offers practical advice and exercises for developing a more mindful approach to our connections with others, emphasizing the importance of empathy, forgiveness, and personal growth.
The Five Love Languages
By Gary Chapman
Explains the concept of love languages, which are the ways that people give and receive love. By understanding your own love language and that of the people around you, you can improve your relationships and feel more loved and appreciated.
Attached: The New Science of Adult Attachment
By Amir Levine and Rachel Heller
This book delves into the science of adult attachment and how it affects our relationships. It explains the different attachment styles and how they influence our behavior in relationships.
Know of any must-read books for women seeking to level up their relationship game? Drop your own recommendations in the comments below.
Until next time,
Ash Pariseau
I’ve read two of the books on the list.
I wasn’t impressed with “The Art of Seduction.” It’s a “How to” on identifying your skill set and using it to manipulate someone. It is useful in that it can help you see when someone might be trying to manipulate you. It had a lot of discussion at the time by people who were victims of narcissists.
I also read “Attached: The New Science of Adult Attachmen.” In fact, I reviewed in in 2011. https://www.amazon.com/gp/customer-reviews/RNYZRPJCKCN4J/ref=cm_cr_getr_d_rvw_ttl?ie=UTF8&ASIN=1585429139
You have an interesting reading list, Ash.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts on these books. It’s always valuable to hear different perspectives. It’s understandable that “The Art of Seduction” can be seen as a guide on manipulation, as it does focus on the art of persuasion and influence in interpersonal relationships. However, it’s important to note that the book also emphasizes the importance of empathy, emotional intelligence, and mutual attraction in seduction. I’ve heard Robert Greene suggest that genuine seduction involves creating a connection with someone by understanding and respecting their desires and needs.
Regarding “Attached,” it’s great to see that you found it to be a valuable read. The book’s exploration of attachment styles and how they impact adult relationships is an interesting and useful framework for understanding how we form and maintain relationships. But I also understand your perspective from your review on the topic of personality disorders, which is a component that could use more attention in frameworks like this.
Overall, it’s important to approach any book on relationships or interpersonal dynamics with a critical eye and to consider how the ideas presented align with our personal values and beliefs.