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This is a book for those who want to date seriously,
whether teenagers or experienced daters in their twenties,
thirties, or forties. Written from the perspective of one
who has "been there, done that," it gives tips, practical
advice and encouragement according to gospel precepts, and
asks important questions about yourself and your partner.
Chapters include "A Few Tips for Gals
and Guys," "Ten Great Things To Do on a First Date," "Are
You Prepared?," "Be true to yourself," "Be Honest to Those
You Date," "Enjoy the Dating Years," "Still Dating," "Is This
the One?," "Divorced and Dating," "Staying Morally Clean,"
and "Overcoming the Effects of Abuse."
The author uses her own experiences, as
well as others' tales to discuss such topics as personal preparedness,
honesty with yourself and dating partners, avoiding abuse
and divorce, staying morally clean, and having fun.
There's a wealth of down-to-earth, very
useable advice here for everyone involved in dating and courtship.
Clearly, this is far more than" just another dating book"! |
| Dedication,
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Introduction, 9
1. A Few Tips for Gals and Guys, 11
Especially for the Guys, 17
Especially for the Gals, 20
2. Ten Great Things to Do on a First Date, 25
3. Are You Prepared?, 29
Appearance and Presentation, 29
Choices in Apparel, 31
Social Skills, 34
Self-esteem, 35
Proper Self-management, 38
Communication, 44
4. Be True to Yourself, 49
You Aren't Perfect, 50
What Are Your Needs?, 53
Why Are You Interested in this Person?,
55
Why Aren't You Dating?, 57
Why Aren't You Married?, 60
5. Be Honest to Those You Date, 65
Be Yourself, 65
Telling Someone to Shape Up, 66
Being Honest to Those You No Longer Want
to Date, 71
6. Enjoy the Dating Years, 77
Benefits of Being Single, 77
Doing it Right: An Example, 80
7. Still Dating, 83
Love Feels Different with Age, 85
Keep an Eternal Perspective, 88
Non-members, 92
Date Members in Good Standing, 95
8. Is This the One?, 97
Too Eager to Marry, 98
What Happens When You're Sure He's the
One but He's Sure You're Not?, 101
Agency, 104
Do Your Homework, 106
Soul-searching Questions, 108
An Unromantic Secret, 112
Recognizing Answers from Above, 112
When It's Wrong, 115
Cutting Ties, 117
9. Divorced and Dating, 121
Time, Forgiveness, and Healing, 121
The Needs of Children Involved, 125
Dating Someone Who Is Divorced, 128
Physical Intimacy After Divorce, 129
10. Staying Morally Clean, 131
Modest Dress, 133
Rules, Rules, Rules, 135
11. Overcoming the Effects of Abuse, 139
Psychological or Emotional Abuse, 140
Sexual Abuse, 141
Physical Abuse, 143
Seeking Help, 145
Free Agency and Forgiveness, 146
12. In Conclusion, 151
13. Suggested Readings, 153
Index, 159
About the Author, 163 |
