Why do we believe what we read in books on relationship advice?

-What gives the author that authority that makes us believe what we read in there books? Is what they write really true or do we just choose to believe it?


- Is there anyone that approaches these books in a skeptical manner?Why do we believe what we read in books on relationship advice?
Personally, I believe them for the most part, only because they have no emotional investment in their advice and that makes them more objective and logical. When you are emotionally invested in a decision, you are usually not going to think as logically as you otherwise could, therefore we seek advice of those who have no stake in the matter.





Like, for example, if you are heartbroken and you are trying to make a decision about a relationship while in that state, it is like trying to arm wrestle when your arm is broken. It makes no sense, so you seek advice from someone that is not hurt, as the advice is probably more rational.Why do we believe what we read in books on relationship advice?
Well, some of what they say is true and we know it but we just don't acknowledge that we know it. It's only when we read it that we say, Oh that is so true. I believe them to a certain degree and hey they don't always work cause every relationship is different. You can't apply the same rule they give you for all relationships.
First, I think we read books on relationship advice because it's more of a diy kinda thing, more independent. People tend to do things more easily if their the ones in control - versus if people went to see a counselor or something, it's a feeling that you're not in so much control.





Well, if it's the author's field of work, then they do have the authority. Other authors are either really trying to help through experience or just their opinion - OR they're just trying to sound good %26amp; get people to buy their books.





I think if you're seeking relationship advice through books, first: check the author's credentials; and second: read plenty of books, that way you'll pretty much see a common thread of advice. Obviously, if they're all saying pretty much the same thing, AND it makes sense to you - then go for it.





I always approach books %26amp; any information - I was taught to always question things, no matter what they are. You can't really go wrong there.
I agree! I always check the credentials of these so called experts before reading their books. So many of them are single! Some of them write good sense but only those who are successful in their own relationship. I love Leil Lowndes (sorry I think I spelled that wrong) anyone who has read her stuff will know ho I mean. She talks sense about what to avoid especially!
People become so desperate for answers that they will pay for one persons opinion thinking that this will help them.





That's why I like this site, cos it's free and you get different peoples different opinions. I hope this helps