Don't Believe the Swipe: Finding Love Without Losing Yourself

Well written. Great examples. So useful and thought provoking!

I bought this book after soooo many failed relationships with narcissists and abusive men. My tldr; take away. Love yourself...appreciate who you are and what you have to offer. And once you are truly loving yourself and happy being alone...the person for you will show up!! I do not recommend dating apps. Tried it and most men want you as fwb..not as a gf! My experience is this...love yourself. Be happy with yourself. Maybe rekindle an old friendship. Do it the "old fashioned way". The love of my life...a good, kind, loving, respectful, appreciative man, came into my life when I had finally given up on men. When I wasn't looking. And I've know him since KINDERGARTEN! Also in my teens. And now as adults after we both had failed marriages. I didn't know healthy until now..and every horrible relationship...led me to him. As for the book. It's true..funny...and to the point. Stop giving yourself up so quickly. Respecr yourself. And find the love of your life. 🥰

I cannot recommend this book enough! If you're struggling in the dating world, this is a MUST read. I cannot thank Mandy enough for being so vulnerable, and using her platform to help other women navigate their singleness in a positive light. #DontBelieveTheSwip because "Only YOU can decide that you are worth more than you've been settling for." I promise, y'all, this book is worth the read and I plan to read it again! Thank you, Mandy!!!!

While this wasn’t my favorite book she has written and there were a few things I didn’t agree with, I still took many things to heart about my singleness! I love Miss Hale’s honesty and realness.

Nearly 10 years ago now, I was walking around Barnes and Noble and Mandy's first book "The Single Woman: Life, Love, and a Dash of Sass" called my name. I'd recently gone through a serious heartbreak and the synopses on the back of the book made it sound like it was written specifically for me. That book changed my life, and I've followed Mandy's journey and picked up every book she's released since. I devoured this one in less than two days, and I can honestly say I think it may be her best book yet. There's something magical that happens when you finish a Mandy Hale book. You stand a little taller, your walk a little more confident, your smile a little wider. You stop allowing others, especially people you date, dictate your worth. You begin to go after what you really deserve and choose not to settle for less. I honestly don't know how I would have survived the last 10 years navigating this jungle of single life without some of the lessons I've learned from Mandy's books. She shares just enough of her own story to make you feel like you have found a real friend, a true kindred spirit. But she also shares realness and lessons you need to hear. I've never had the pleasure of meeting Mandy as I'm a west coast gal and most of her meet and greets have been far from here, but in my heart, I consider her a friend. Thank you for this book, Mandy! It will be treasured by many!

I've read EVERY single book.. TWICE.. & I feel like she's writing my own story. Or like I am talking to a life long friend or better yet my sister. I've laughed, I've cried & at times disappointed in myself for not seeing what's so clear. But disappointment is quickly erased & faith is restored with every chapter that builds. I always thought I was a strong & independent woman. Now I I don't think. I KNOW I am! I am ENOUGH! So thank you

First of all, I love that Mandy mentions “The Rules” books. Like her, I took a hiatus from dating (8 years to raise my son, not 6 months). In January, I signed “back up” and read all The Rules books. I read a few other dating books written by men, I read others by ladies. I was pretty hard core about the rules but after a bit, decided that I would take what I could from each of the books. Bottom line, Mandy’s advice is to remain true to yourself and don’t lose yourself in the process of dating. Use your God given intuition and trust your gut. Honestly, only you can determine if something (or someone) feels right. Also, her advice about owning your worth is PRICELESS. Worthy is my word for this year, so it resonates. Thank you Mandy!If you are struggling with dating, want some solid advice and a few laughs along the way, then BUY this BOOK!!

This book was amazing! It confirms what your heart knows about love and what it should look like. It's not easy to Not settle! I still have dreams of a fairly tale marriage even though the first one didn't end that way and this book helped show me that all the work I have done on me and loving myself and loving God will lead to that one day.

After months of online dating hiatus, I’ve never been more encouraged to go back into it and have fun “catching and releasing.” Maybe somewhere in this journey I’ll be able to find my match and if not I’ll still be the sun around the planets.

Absolute gem. At first I thought it was just an echolalic expression of noughties tv shows but the advice is priceless. The advice keeps you on the right track whilst dating, takes you thought the steps from online to meet ups, and at the same time the author fosters your self-esteem and keeps you sane and grounded. I was hatfished the other day - I just smiled and knew my fellow Don't believe the Swipers would be behind me, nodding knowingly,

Mandy never disappoints! This is her best work yet. Funny, honest, and just packed with great advice. Left me taking a good hard look at myself and ready to make relationship changes. This book helped my fall in love with myself again. Beautifully written! Highly recommend.

Brilliant read. Sums up perfectly the modern day dating minefield. Would definitely recommend reading this whether you're single or not.

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