- Paperback: 208 pages
- Publisher: iUniverse.com (4 Jan 2004)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 059529796X
- ISBN-13: 978-0595297962
- Product Dimensions: 23 x 15.5 x 1.5 cm
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 1,575,324 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Why do so many women and men obsessively attach themselves to destructive relationships--relationships that they cannot walk away from? Why do they pathologically need to control their partners, using whatever means necessary? John Moore helps these people to identify, comprehend and become aware of their destructive behaviors in personal relationships so they can stop the vicious cycle of pain. People who confuse love with obsession: * Instantly attach themselves to another person, regardless of compatibility. * Cannot function unless they are in a relationship. * Attempt to "fix" an abusive partner's behavior by walking on eggshells. * Abandon their friends and family because they are obsessed with their relationship.* Try to control their partners through emotions, money, sex and even food. * Stalk, harass and abuse their partners in an effort to exert control. Through a series of riveting personal discussions and case presentations, John Moore sheds light on a problem that is widely unknown and often misunderstood.Men and women who confuse love with obsession can discover healthy, loving relationships with others but only when they learn to have a relationship with themselves."In a time when most people--professionals and the general public alike--are wont to ignore alarmingly more common dangerous relationship issues, John D. Moore rises to meet the challenge in his ambitious Confusing Love With Obsession. John approaches delicate and frightening conditions with masterful skill and compassionate tenacity. Readers, be warned; this book will change your perceptions, and invoke an awareness of yourself and others in your circle. This book is a must-read for anyone involved in a relationship--healthy or otherwise." --American Health & Fitness Magazine
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This was an excellent book! It helped me to see some of the controlling behaviors in my relationships. I could not put the book down - it held me page after page!
If you are involved in a controlling and obsessive relationship, make sure this book is on your reading list!
5 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I learned about this book from my therapist and decided to make a purchase. From page to page, this book explains the plight of those who have become addicted to another person. Most of the books out there deal with only women becoming obsessed with partner with very little for men. Finally, someone has authored a book that deals with both sexes.
What's really great about this book is that it deals with sexual addiction - which is closely related to relationship addictions. If you are looking for a book to help you overcome your dependency on a relationship, PLEASE buy this book!
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18 of 18 people found the following review helpful
BOLD AND LIFE CHANGING!
11 Jan 2003
Format:Paperback
I purchased and read this book a week ago after a painful divorce was finalized. Fast forward to now and here I am in the same situation yet again, falling in love with a different man. I read the book and did not take much to heart, basically because I was in denial. But after picking up the book again and giving serious thought to what Moore presented, I can see how addicted I am to relationships. I also found myself feeling a bit embarrassed as I read this book, because much of what was presented hit a little too closee to home. Looking back on my marriage, I behaved just like some of the people in the case studies did - using food to manipulate my ex-husband into gaining weight. I also broke into his computer and deleted emails and tried to cause trouble for him. Why? Because I was obsessed with my ex husband and addicted to our marriage. I have now been motivated to join a support group and get help from a therapist. As for my new relationship, I am putting that on ice until I begin to heal. If you decide to buy this book, be prepared for some moments where you might cry. This is perhaps one of the best books I have ever read, because Moore writes with compassion and shows how relational dependency effects both WOMEN AND MEN!
It will change your life!
12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
When Love Hurts
11 May 2003
Format:Paperback
I found out about this book while traveling through Northern Ireland on a soul searching tour of sorts. I had recently divorced and was trying to figure out where I was heading in my life. That is when I came accross the book at a local market. Talk about an eye opener! Moore reached into the depths of my very being and spoke to my heart. All of my life, I felt like love was supposed to hurt and feel crappy. Now I know that it does not have to be this way and that loving another person starts with me! He does not use religion or anything, just plain honesty about stuff we all go through that makes us into the people we are today. When you grow up in an unhealthy environment, it has a way of effecting your relationships later in life. Get this book if you are dealing with an obsessive relationship or if you know someone who is. It's life changing.
18 of 20 people found the following review helpful
Spoke to My Soul
9 Mar 2004
Format:Paperback
I read Moore's book and was very impressed with each of the case studies. In some way, each person's story spoke to my own situation in a controlling relationship. There were many times that I had to put the book aside because it hurt too much to keep reading. As I kept turning the pages, I saw all of the patterns in my own life and then the lightbulb went off and I thought, "That's me!" If you are in a controlling relationship or are obsessed with someone else, you have to get this book. It will change your life forever.
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