Genre:- Self-help
Overall Rating: 5*
What a perfectly
written book! Absolutely pertinent and crisp with the ability to repair and
flourish relationships permanently.
The title of the book
is quirky and gives a hint of what lies ahead for the readers. The author John
Gray has taken a rather common issue and managed to provide solutions in a
creative and simplified manner.
Men want space while
women want understanding.
By supporting her need
to be heard she could support his need to be free.
The author has
metaphorically titled the book ‘Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus’ to
indicate the clear differences between men and women and their daily struggles
in the relationships due to these differences. The core concept of this book is
to understand and accept the psychological, biological, emotional, and behavioral
differences of both genders and harmoniously sail through our relationships
with this knowledge.
The secret to
empowering a man is never to try to change him or improve him.
The language of the
book is uncomplicated and relatable. The author has included anecdotes from his
relationships and experiences which gives it a personal touch and ensures an
instant connection. To simplify the subject, there are various scenarios with
the Do’s and the Don’ts that are extremely helpful.
Throughout this book, I
couldn’t help but notice that every sentence was relatable with my
relationships and I started getting the solutions to my unanswered questions
and implementing them positively.
When a man is silent it
is easy for a woman to imagine the worst.
After a long time,
readers will come across a perfectly balanced book. John Gray has brought our
life into a clearer perspective and ensured that both the genders are getting
equivalent help throughout this book. These gems of wisdom are a
must read.
To feel better Martians
go to their caves to solve problems alone.
To feel better
Venusians get together and openly talk about their problems.
Lastly, the key to
imbibing this book into our lives is by ‘Self Reflection’.
