Short Takes : Friedman Puts Down Her Pen

NEW YORK — Psychologist and talk-show host Sonya Friedman says 20 years of advising women how to take charge of their lives is enough: She’s done writing self-help books.

Friedman’s latest--and she says last--such book is: “On A Clear Day You Can See Yourself: Turning the Life You Have Into the Life You Want.”

“This book is a culmination of my other books. It states very clearly what is involved in being a female adult,” she said. “With 50% of women going to live a great portion of their lives without men, it’s time for women to grow up.”

Friedman, 53, hosts “Sonya Live” on CNN. Her books include “Smart Cookies Don’t Crumble,” “Men Are Just Desserts” and “A Hero is More Than Just a Sandwich.”