Conscious Dating

by David Steele

Book Overview

We want to be happy in relationships, but don't know how. The old way of dating and mating simply doesn't work anymore. The rules have changed and most of us don't know what the new rules are. In... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0975500554
• ISBN13: 9780975500552
• Release Date: February 2006
• Publisher: Rcn Press
• Length: 342 Pages
• Weight: 1.70 lbs.

Customer Reviews

Excellent book that lays out the steps to dating empowerment!

Kudos to David Steele! Conscious Dating lays out the steps to move singles from dating bondage to dating freedom! This book is packed with common sense advice articulated in a warm and caring manner. This book empowers singles to "Become the Chooser." If you're feeling lost or disenchanted with the dating scene, Conscious Dating is a beacon of light!

If you're dating or thinking about dating, this is a "Must Have!"

David Steele has written what ought to become a benchmark in its field. Practical, proactive, easy-to-read and jargon free, David Steele helps his readers learn how to identify the kind of people they want to be with, how to weed out bad matches before asking for or accepting a date, and how to become really, really CLEAR about the kind of life partner relationship they want to grow. This is a book that I recommend to all of my clients who are dating or planning on dating at some time in the future. You can tell that David Steele, MA, founder of the Relationship Coaching Institute is a relationship coach, because he's darned good at it. If you don't have this book, buy it; you'll be happy that you did. George Polley, MSW, LICSW psychotherapist and life coach

Psychotherapists, Take Note!

David Steele's Conscious Dating has the depth and coverage you'd expect from years of research and work with the topic. Having obtained an advanced copy due to David's appearance on my Internet radio broadcast, I was so excited about it that I purchased extra copies to share with my private practice clients. Everything works better with a system--and this book does system, all leading readers to consciously conduct their search for their mate. His section on "Requirements," exercises to get to know yourself and your requirements better, and warm and supportive understanding of what we all can go through, make this a very valuable adjunct to relationships therapy with singles. There is value on every page. Alone for over 18 years, I gave up on dating after 8 fruitless years! If only I had been able to purchanse Conscious Dating then! Thanks, David, for your careful, caring work. Ilene

Fabulous book for singles and instructors, coaches and therapists who work with singles...

David Steele is the master of 'telling it like it is' when it comes to what works for today's single men and women. You can disagree with what he suggests, but if you take his ideas to heart and use them in your life, I am certain you will find yourself in a happier, more lasting relationship next time around. I've found his strategies invaluable - personally and professionally. Personally, I'm not quite ready to date yet, having recently ended a long term relationship. However, his book confirmed and normalized that as well as offered a path for me to follow for now that I can live with! Professionally I am definitely using this material to reach out to singles who are open to this type of practical information and I'm already seeing positive results in my clients. Barb Elgin, MSW, LCSW-C http://www.barbelgin.com

Outstanding Book; Terrific Balance Between High Concept and Practical Techinque

This is the book the dating world has been waiting for. A book that really asks you to answer the simple question - 'what are you looking for in a relationship?' Then the book takes you through helpful tips and insights to help you discover and anchor those needs, wants and requirements. Many other dating/relationship books fall into two categories - simple tips/tricks to get dates, or inner search material that's so high minded you're still left a little confused. After reading this book, men and women alike should be able to assess where they are in their relationship life-stage (recreational dating, in the midst of a 'mini-marriage,' looking for a life partner), and be clear on what they need and seek from a partner - now and in the future. While the book has a section on approaching potential partners, detailed support material in this area (scripted approaching techniques, field-tested ice breakers, etc.) are probably best left to relationship coaches, done through sites like mine and others. What this book will provide is a foundational framework to ensure future relationship success. - GiddyupGuy