He's just not that into you.

The first time I read this book (He's Just Not That Into You), I read it with the notion that I knew everything Greg was saying and that I didn’t need to really pay attention. But now with the preparation for watching the He’s Just Not Into You movie, I’ve been reading the book again.

After a week and a half of not hearing from the guy I’m sort of dating, I’ve decided that I’m not going to be the one keep emailing or calling him. Is he into me? I’m thinking not. Am I concerned? Yes, I really fell for this guy and feel we have a lot in common. However, as noted, I’ve been through too much in the past few months to deal with more of these crazy “but I like him so much” emotions. If you’re into me sunshine let me know.

But I’m also wondering how us, as women, we can be so thick that we need a book to tell us what we already know on some level. I guess sometimes we just need someone else to confirm our thoughts and if your friends are too thick to have opinions on guys and feel you should stick with a relationship because it’s better then being alone, then read the damn book! Don’t stick it out and compromise happiness for companionship. It’s 2009, we can have kids without them, drive without them, climb up the corporate ladder without them and we can pay our own bills without them.

I’m sorry, I’m sounding like Greg.

I once, in probably a very bitter stage, told a friend that she was afraid to be single. I don’t remember saying it, but know it’s something I’ve most likely thought. And though it was probably hard to hear, she has since dumped his ass and loves being single.

Loves it ladies, and you will to. I do admit that I have times of being lonely, and feel the need for affection and physical attention, but I’d rather save it for someone who’s not dicking around with my heart strings.

Read it, and don’t be afraid to be a Greg, your friends need it!