Oh Oh Gino

Was interested in the book from reviews in paper and decided to purchase. I am of Italian decent and will definitely try some of the recipes.Simple Italian Cookery<br /><br /><br />

Positive read

I was unsure what this book would give me. however after reading this book through I found that it was a kind of self help self belief tool. From start to finish it provided a lot of good information and stories from various persons. Forget the hype about the book as it offers a lot more than what is expected from it. <br /><br />Overall I enjoyed reading this book and will keep it for reference, though you will learn a few secrets about YOU from it.

Lose weight

Very disappointed that both the DVD and CD are individual from a series which is not<br />clearly stated on the description. I was not prepared to continue purchasing the DVds and CDs so had to return the book. The book has very limited information therein and I will probably purchase the older version of this book that does not include DVDs or CDs.

Very well explained

This is a very helpful guide for those parents who are weaning for the first time.<br /><br />It is superbly well illustrated and has a easy to follow step by step approach to weaning.<br /><br />Written in an easy to understand language and with many menus using things that can be found in most kitchens.<br /><br />Starting with carrots and bananas all the way into"proper" food.<br /><br />5 stars

Want to eat better then restaurent quality food ?

Want to eat better then restaurent quality food ? This is the book for you. Easy to understand, assumes no prior knowledge, produces stunning meals everytime. A must for all newly weds or home leavers.

A great intro to reading body language

This is great intro book, doesn't go into loads and loads of detail, but it does give practical advice for gauging what people are thinking.<br /><br />I've already started to use what I have learnt in business meetings, that's not to say that I can now read peoples minds but being more aware of the non-verbal signals definitely makes you a more effective communicator.<br /><br />A little American cheesy in places but otherwise an enjoyable and educational read.

Brilliant

I got this book a few days ago and I am finding it hard to put it down. It is riveting reading, very interesting and full of informative facts and witty comments. He is a brilliant writer and this is a subject close to my heart. I knew I would enjoy it but I'm surprised at how much. A definite read for anyone interested in the subject!

Helpful and informative

Very helpful and informative and covers a whole range of issues. It is a little regimented but just follow the general ideas and you'll be fine

I recommend this classic

This is an excellent book filled with simple, practical advice which is as relevant today than it was when the book was written. Highly recommended to anyone who is looking to improve their people skills.<br /><br />If you are a fan of this book I highly recommend How to Stop Worrying and Start Living (Personal development)

Splendid

I have bought four of these books so far, friends keep asking how I have managed to lose weight and this book is the way to go, so I send them the book. Even my husband loves the meals and doesnt even realise they are helping him lose weight and be healthier.<br /><br />I recommend it to everyone, its a little gem.

Good stuff

This book is about encouraging you to take control and responsibility for your life. You can choose your reactions to your life. This is powerful stuff!

Body Blitz review

Have tried 2 recipes so far , better than a lot of diet books, pictures very inspiring, early days

Makes you think!

I would recommend this book to anyone with children! It makes you think about how to talk to your child to get the best results. The exercises take a bit of practice and you need to spend a bit of time on them, I wrote down the key points and carry them with me, but they do work. There is definitely less shouting in my house when I use these skills!

a must have for any mum to be

i bought this years before i got pregnant and i love it,its packed full of information from before conception right up to looking after your baby.<br />it covers absolutely everything from what you will go through,possible complications,what to expect and when,a section for dads to be,week by week pictures of baby,how to look after baby etc<br />i would be here forever listing all the contents,its just informative and easy to read

Are all mums that feed there babies pureed food really that evil??

I was disappointed in this book. Totally about selling the idea rather than practical help about what to give your baby to eat. Totally fixated on the evils of spoonfeeding anything into your baby. I am doing a mixture of baby held food and spoon feeds from 5 months of age and I find some excellent blogs on babyled weaning much more helpful.<br />Read baby led weaning blogs and DON'T BUY THE BOOK.<br />

Outstanding Recipes

<br />I purchased this book after reading about what happened to Sally & the way in which she took control of everything she ate in order to have the best chance of survival.<br />Up to now, in the short time I have had the cookery book, I have tried 14 of the Recipes, some of which include carrot & butternut squash soup, snappy tuna melt, fish in a bag, hearty shepherd's pie, quick Cajun chicken salad. Each recipe was easy to follow & so full of flavour. I have a friend who came for tea & I made the red berry meringue pie in four ramekin dishes, the result looked & tasted stunning & so easy to make. I have also bought this book for my Mum.<br />After years of buying so many books & magazines & joining various slimming clubs based on healthy eating & diet, I truly believe I have found the best cookery book I have ever owned, filled with delicious meals to eat & full of information that you can understand. Well done Sally.

Pop pyschology for those in early developmental stages.

One of the most awful personal development books I've ever read. I knew it was going to be bad as soon as he brought God into the equation; speaking as an Atheist I'm not looking to link my personal development with religious values or beliefs. This aside I think the book was supposed to be full of pithy insightful anecdotes that gave you those 'Aha' moments. You'll hear how the supply of golden eggs will dry up if you don't also maintain the goose, how you can't be a concert pianist without starting as a beginner and going through each stage of development and how your lawnmower will only last half as long if not properly maintained...Genius but what could he mean? Only goes to prove one of my long held views that book sales and popularity are no guarantee of quality. Big mistake buying this one; in future I shall continue to subscribe to the school of contrary public opinion. Buy at your peril or if in early developmental stages.

Excellent Sensible Proven Method

Quite simply, the methods in this CD and book will deliver if you commit to it. It relies on your active participation. So if you're not prepared to do your bit then go back to looking for the magic wand.<br /><br />I have used this every day for a month and every day I am making progress towards big goals. By using the book as a daily reference, and the CD to reinforce the content, I am more confident around people, where before I would be something of a wallflower - often afraid to engage with people. Now I look forward to social occasions and really enjoy myself. I really feel each day I am becoming more comfortable in my own skin.<br /><br />And that's what's great about this book. It is not about 'faking it', or behaving like a cocky idiot. It's about getting to know yourself and being comfortable with that. As you achieve this, you can then move onto achieving those goals you always wanted to, but lack of self-esteem and confidence held you back.<br /><br />I wish good luck to anyone who buys this book. If it helps you achieve only half the success it's helped me achieve then you'll still have made amazing changes to your life. If it cost £1000 this book would be worth every penny.

Interesting read

Really enjoyed reading this book...read all the way through twice and now dipping in and out of it as still need guidance and help...I showed it to a (negative) friend and she is going to order it! Would recommend.

I tried it for myself.

Trashy it may be, but what Neil Strauss preaches isn't korny pick up lines. It's like, applying the basics of social dynamics and interaction to specific situations - girls obviously; but his frameworks also applies to any given social situation involving people. Like, street sociology. Open, neg, demonstrate value, IOIs, close. I actually found it a very elegant ... It's like, a tried and true social approach to conversations, and, put at its moral best, empowering clueless men to pursue what they had always wanted, but couldn't. I suspect for a lucky few, this kind of cognitive behavioural process comes naturally or through osmosis in up-bringing, but PUAs are essentially misfits who had no social skills, who reconstructed the social code from scratch, and in the process developed a new language and community. It's almost like the psych course med students do about how to talk to patients - reflection, eye contact, silence, etc. And these people actually hit the night clubs with an approach like professional gamblers, or experienced psychiatrists. It's amazing to think that girls and people in general can become this predictable just by applying a strategy so basic, so methodically. And it wouldn't be a put down for any girl - rather it seems a proof of principle that by understanding and using social programming to one's advantage, he/she can get the desired result by actively initiating the right social interactions. After reading I actually became curious.<br /><br />And, being a skeptic, I experimented with it myself, after reading the book last night."This sounds too good to be true". I put my pride on the line by saying I've never had a girlfriend at 24. To my work buddies I'm practically invisible. And the reason is I'm just unbelievably shy. My work buddies and I went out to dinner tonight, and this is what happened:<br />1. I didn't try to remember any of the routines the book mentions, I just applied the procedure: open, neg, demonstrate value, IOIs, close.<br />2. I drank two handles.<br />3. I chatted to all the guys to get them comfortable (the alpha males so to speak), which is kind of like opening I should think in retrospect.<br />4. Then I started talking to the girl sitting next to the alpha male next to me *who was the prettiest). I immediately negged her like, 5 times in a row. Just to see what happens. Eg. She was bragging about how her season pass for the ski field, and I just asked her,"Are you a good snow boarder?" It turned out she wasn't (as I suspected), and the look in her eyes told me she couldn't figure out how I had blown her bluff. <br />5. Then we actually had a normal conversation, where, being the nice guy I am, it wasn't difficult to demonstrate my value. It's like, the idea is to bring the other person's ego down to your level first with negs, so you can actually have a fighting chance.<br />6. I basically repeated the same process with different girls. And each time it became easier because they saw me making a connection with another girl (social proof, as the book puts it).<br />7. We went to another bar after dinner, and by the end of the night I had 1 phone number, 3 invitations to do stuff in the weekend. All from different girls.<br /><br />So, two thumbs up. I still can't believe what happened tonight - the solution is so damn simple and elegant I can't believe I've suffered 24 socially awkward years for not knowing it. And the real question the book answers for me is one that I've asked my whole life,"Is she out of my league?" <br /><br />Answer: She's not, nobody is. The reason this question exists is because girls project this thought onto you, or vice versa. That is, either she is thinking,"I'm out of your league", for whatever reason, or you're thinking,"She's out of my league," for whatever reason. End result is the same. What is required when a girl thinks she's too good for you, is you finding a way to deflate her ego without being nasty. And I'm guessing once a person gains confidence, he/she won't even need to neg as it becames irrelevent.<br /><br />I would say, essential reading for shy people.