Friday, April 24, 2009
Men, Women, and Funnybones
Alan thinks women have no sense of humor. I think men laugh at the dumbest, non-funny stuff. The supposed lack of a female funnybone is a bone of contention between men and women everywhere. Turns out there may be a reason why we laugh at different things. When researchers at Stanford University in California compared MRI scans of people looking at cartoons, they found that men's and women's brains process jokes differently. Eiman Abdel-Azim, doctoral candidate at Harvard Medical School in Boston explains, "The region of the brain that's associated with analytical thinking and language decoding was activated more for women than it was for men." Caroline Hwang, author of the article "Why He Doesn't Laugh at Your Jokes" (Ladies' Home Journal, March 2006) suggests that a "woman's sense of humor is more analytical than a man's and may explain earlier findings that show men tend to laugh at slapstick and physical gags, while women appreciate verbal, narrative humor." Oh yeah. So while our hubbies are howling their way through a Three Stooges oldie, we can just, well...think about it.
Friday, April 17, 2009
For Bishops and Stake Presidents...
A former bishop told us, "Bishops and stake presidents need to read this book. We don't know this stuff!" There seems to be a consensus of opinion. Many of our readers have given copies of Behind the Smiling Faces to their bishops and/or stake presidents. Thank you!
What our readers are saying
We've heard back from many grateful readers. Here's a sampling of their comments:
Kathy said...
I enjoyed reading "Behind the Smiling Faces". I appreciated the interviews with credentialed people who know firsthand what a healthy relationship is and how to achieve it. I also enjoyed reading personal accounts of people's success stories in their marriages, what works and what doesn't. Those going through difficult circumstances in their marriage would benefit from the information gathered here by Alan and Renita Cassidy.
Tammy said...
I found this book during the book signing at BYU. It really is very good. I am not married, but I feel as though this book has really opened my eyes as to what I need to watch for and what my priorities should be in choosing my spouse. It is very real and raw, which is good, especially for people of the LDS faith. I loved it. Thank you.
Jennifer said...
In one small book you can get a variety of insight and information on many aspects of marriage. Many of the contributors to the book have written books of their own, and in just one chapter have shared the heart of what years of experience has taught them. I feel that everyone can benefit from reading this book, and each of us can think of someone else who should read it. This is a must read!
I already had a good marriage but when I read your book I could see things I could change in my attitude. I've never read anything like it. -- Dennis
While my sister was reading your book she kept saying, "That's me! That's me!" It saved her life. -- S.
We love your book!! It is so well-written and applicable to many of our lives. I could have really used your book when going through my divorce. I'm sure it will be a great help to many people. -- Laurie
It's so well organized, beautifully written, and it's really for everyone. -- Anne
Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. I read the chapter on narcissism 20 times. I could never wrap my mind around my husband abandoning his family, etc. but now I get it. I finally understand. I know now that there's nothing I could have done. I can let go. I'm finally free. Thank you. -- K.
It's well-researched and I like the questions you asked. My husband and I have each been reading our own copies, sometimes reading sections together. It's awesome. -- J.
Kathy said...
I enjoyed reading "Behind the Smiling Faces". I appreciated the interviews with credentialed people who know firsthand what a healthy relationship is and how to achieve it. I also enjoyed reading personal accounts of people's success stories in their marriages, what works and what doesn't. Those going through difficult circumstances in their marriage would benefit from the information gathered here by Alan and Renita Cassidy.
Tammy said...
I found this book during the book signing at BYU. It really is very good. I am not married, but I feel as though this book has really opened my eyes as to what I need to watch for and what my priorities should be in choosing my spouse. It is very real and raw, which is good, especially for people of the LDS faith. I loved it. Thank you.
Jennifer said...
In one small book you can get a variety of insight and information on many aspects of marriage. Many of the contributors to the book have written books of their own, and in just one chapter have shared the heart of what years of experience has taught them. I feel that everyone can benefit from reading this book, and each of us can think of someone else who should read it. This is a must read!
I already had a good marriage but when I read your book I could see things I could change in my attitude. I've never read anything like it. -- Dennis
While my sister was reading your book she kept saying, "That's me! That's me!" It saved her life. -- S.
We love your book!! It is so well-written and applicable to many of our lives. I could have really used your book when going through my divorce. I'm sure it will be a great help to many people. -- Laurie
It's so well organized, beautifully written, and it's really for everyone. -- Anne
Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. I read the chapter on narcissism 20 times. I could never wrap my mind around my husband abandoning his family, etc. but now I get it. I finally understand. I know now that there's nothing I could have done. I can let go. I'm finally free. Thank you. -- K.
It's well-researched and I like the questions you asked. My husband and I have each been reading our own copies, sometimes reading sections together. It's awesome. -- J.
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