The Journal of Best Practices: A Memoir of Marriage, Asperger Syndrome, and One Man's Quest to Be a Better Husband
Language: English
Published by Scribner, 2012
- Hardcover
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- Title
- The Journal of Best Practices: A Memoir of Marriage, Asperger Syndrome, and One Man's Quest to Be a Better Husband
- Author
- Finch, David
- Publisher
- Scribner
- Publication year
- 2012
- Condition
- good
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 1439189714
- ISBN 13
- 9781439189719
Determined to change, David sets out to understand Asperger syndrome and learn to be a better husband no easy task for a guy whose inability to express himself rivals his two-year-old daughters, who thinks his responsibility for laundry extends no further than throwing things in (or at) the hamper, and whose autism-spectrum condition makes seeing his wifes point of view a near impossibility.
Nevertheless, David devotes himself to improving his marriage with an endearing yet hilarious zeal that involves excessive note-taking, performance reviews, and most of all, the Journal of Best Practices: a collection of hundreds of maxims and hard-won epiphanies that result from self-reflection both comic and painful. They include Dont change the radio station when shes singing along, Apologies do not count when you shout them, and Be her friend, first and always. Guided by the Journal of Best Practices, David transforms himself over the course of two years from the worlds most trying husband to the husband who tries the hardest, the husband hed always meant to be.
Filled with humor and surprising wisdom, The Journal of Best Practices is a candid story of ruthless self-improvement, a unique window into living with an autism-spectrum condition, and proof that a true heart can conquer all.
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Review
"--Kirkus Reviews"
"In relating his story, Finch is compellingly honest, a trait that works well with his self-deprecating humor. [His] ability to put his experiences on paper will no doubt help more people--and families--understand [Asperger's disorder]. "
"--Publishers Weekly"
"In this funny, endearing, lesson-packed memoir, Finch shows what a couple
can accomplish with acceptance, forbearance, determination and love."
"-- More Magazine"
"As a science writer who's written about the psychology of love and affection, I was struck by the clarity and honesty that illuminate this work. Finch provides a clear and unflinching look at the ways that this disorder leaves a person struggling to navigate through the complexities of our "neurotypical" social world. But he tells his story with humor, affection for others, and without self-pity. In his deep desire to be a good husband, a better father, a decent human being who connects with and care for others, Finch tells a universal tale, a fulfilling and even inspiring story of the difference that love - genuinely giving love - can make in our daily lives."
--Deborah Blum, author of "The Poisoner's Handbook"
"Funny, moving and insightful."
"--Kirkus Reviews"
"David Finch has Asperger Syndrome - a disorder that, in some ways, means 'acting like a guy.' His often-hilarious efforts to understand and cope with his condition will resonate with every guy whose wife has ever asked him, 'What the hell were you THINKING?'"
--Dave Barry, author of "I'll Mature When I'm Dead: Dave Barry's Amazing Tales of Adulthood"
"I loved "The Journal of Best Practices" by fellow Aspergian David Finch. This book perfectly captures the essence of succeeding at married life from the perspective of an Aspergian male. If you're in an AS-NT relationship--or any relationship--you absolutely must read this book! It's an upbeat and refreshing change."
-John Elder Robison, author of "Look Me In the Eye"
"Hilarious. Gives some of the finest explications of Asperger's out there... a primer of sorts for all of us on how to be better partners."
"--People Magazine, 4-star review"
"What makes the book compelling is how funny Mr. Finch is about himself. He's great company."
"--The New York Times"
"Extremely amusing and compelling...This poignant memoir is a great read for those with Asperger Syndrome and the neurotypical alike."
"--Shelf Awareness"
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