Difficult People

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Burned out by the drama of difficult people? Whether it’s with a coworker, a friend, or a family member, toxic relationships can drain your joy, amplify your anxiety, and derail you from the purpose God has for your life.

But unhealthy relationships don’t have to control your life. Dr. Gregory Jantz, author of How to Deal with Toxic People and Beyond Burnout, equips you with powerful tools for navigating challenging relationships. Illustrated with real-life scenarios and Dr. Jantz’s decades-long clinical expertise, Difficult People helps you:

Identify the patterns of behavior that fuel toxic relationships and conflict Establish clear boundaries that protect your heart and help you live in peace and freedom Understand when to engage in difficult relationships, and when to walk away Invest in healthy relationships that help you grow through mutual respect instead of tearing you down Grounded in the Bible and packed with practical wisdom and actionable steps, Difficult People will empower you to reclaim your peace and walk in the life God has for you.

1. Opening Credits
2. Introduction: You Are Not Powerless
3. Chapter 1: What Is a Toxic Person?
4. Chapter 2: Toxic Traits
5. Chapter 3: Toxic Strategies
6. Chapter 4: Signs of Emotional Abuse
7. Chapter 5: Create a Personal Protection Plan
8. Chapter 6: Bolster Your Boundaries
9. Chapter 7: Know Your Needs, State Your Needs
10. Chapter 8: Restore Your Sense of Self
11. Chapter 9: Understand How to Achieve Emotional Health
12. Chapter 10: Embrace Forgiveness to Empower Emotional Healing
13. Chapter 11: Deal With Intense Anger
14. Chapter 12: Find Clarity in Conflict
15. Chapter 13: Avoid Being a Chronic People Pleaser
16. Chapter 14: Neutralize Anxiety
17. Chapter 15: Take Back Control
18. Chapter 16: Rewrite Your Script
19. Chapter 17: Be Your Own Advocate
20. Chapter 18: Make Your Health and Safety a Priority
21. Afterword
22. A Note From LaFon Jantz
23. Closing Credits