Toxic people : 10 ways of dealing with people who make your life miserable

Jo-Ellan Dimitrius, Mark C. Mazzarella

America's top jury consultant, Jo-Ellan Dimitrius, can literally read a person like a book. By decoding the hidden messages in appearance, tone of voice, facial expression, and personal habit, she has accurately predicted the behavior of jurors, witnesses, lawyers, and judges in some of the most celebrated trials of the past two decades. Now in this phenomenal new book, she applies the secrets of her extraordinary success to the everyday situations we all face at work, at home, and in relationships. How can you "hear between the lines" to detect a lie? When is intuition the best guide to making important decisions? What are the tell-tale signs of romantic attraction? How do other people "read" us? The answers lie closer than we might think. Hair style, clothing, grooming, hand gestures, the neatness of office or living room, the steadiness of the gaze, behavior around subordinates: all of these provide critical clues to a person's integrity, work habits, and sexual interests. Through vivid anecdotes and proven techniques, Dimitrius teaches us how to interpret these signs with accuracy and precision. Whether your focus is friendship or marriage, career or family, romance or professional success, Reading People gives you the skills you need to make sound, swift decisions and reap the benefits from a lifetime of razor-sharp insight. Amazon.com Review It's true that politicians blink much more frequently when they're lying, but what other behavior clues do people... Leer más…

Marsha Petrie Sue

Praise For Toxic People "From corporate America to the smallest business owner, this book should be mandatory reading because it provides toxic relief that will put money in your pocket and calm in your personality. A dose of this reading would enhance the success of business school students and smooth out a few bumps in a rocky marriage." Richard L. Labrum, Vice President, Wealth Management, Smith Barney "If you're just sick to death of those people who zap the energy right out of you, Marsha has the cure! In no-nonsense terms, she gives us the prescription for dealing with toxic people. She mixes in the right dosage of personal experience, humor, and practical advice to create a compelling message that is highly relevant in our personal and professional lives. I highly recommend this book to everyone interested in cleaning up toxic behaviors!" John Ryan, Vice President, American Express "Marsha Petrie Sue is the Muhammad Ali of communicators. She can dance and look pretty, and she uses the entire ring, but she knows how and when to land a knockout punch. If you have bad relationships, you'll learn why. This is charm school with live ammunition!" David Rawles, founder and President, Career Solutions, Inc. "Marsha Petrie Sue's 'take the bull by the horns' approach to self-realization and, if so chosen, self-improvement, is the antidote to today's wimpy leadership malaise. She takes readers by their collars,... Leer más…

Mason-Draffen, Carrie

If you have ever wished you had the equivalent of a Nanny 911 to defuse tensions in the office, your wish has come true. 151 Quick Ideas to Deal With Difficult People is the ultimate guide on how to face challenging employees and coworkers. The extensive topics in this book deal with how to handle characters ranging from Bunglers to Backstabbers to Bullies. Few books on difficult employees, if any, offer such an extensive assortment of the characters youre likely to encounter at work and how best to deal with them. When faced with difficult employees, too often managers and coworkers lack the skills for handling the stressful encounters, so they throw up their hands in complete exasperation. Well, all that ends with this book. Youll learn how to: Keep problem employees from setting the tone in the office. Take steps to turn troublemakers into team players. Keep them from demoralizing or scaring away other employees. Know when to cut your losses. Avoid hiring troublemakers in the first place. Confront bullies, harassers, and ageists. Keep a backstabber from sabotaging your career. Keep an aggressive colleague from commandeering your meeting. Deal with colleagues who infringe on your time. Because the information in this book is so concise and practical, youll refer to it again and again. Whether you are a manager or a coworker of difficult employees, the advice will give you the tools to better supervise problem workers or the confidence to stand up to them. You will no... Leer más…

Lillian Glass

Cover......Page 1 Contents At a Glance......Page 2 Contents......Page 4 Part 1: The Scoop on Safety......Page 7 1 What's All the Fuss About?......Page 9 Homicide......Page 11 Robbery......Page 13 Burglary......Page 15 Larceny-Theft......Page 17 Guns......Page 19 Types of Guns......Page 21 Long on Crime, Short on Police......Page 23 An Overview......Page 25 The Importance of a Punch......Page 27 Sharing the Credit......Page 29 The Big Five......Page 31 Hard......Page 33 Soft......Page 35 Kicking and Punching......Page 37 Grappling and Throwing......Page 39 Weapons......Page 41 What Are Your Goals?......Page 43 What to Look for When Choosing a School......Page 45 3 The Golden Rules of Survival......Page 47 So What Does Confidence Have to Do with Safety?......Page 49 Golden Rule 2: Fear Not......Page 51 Education: Fear's Enemy......Page 53 The Root of Offense......Page 55 Golden Rule 5: Follow Your Instincts......Page 57 Golden Rule 6: Awareness Always Wins......Page 60 Communicating with Body Language......Page 62 Putting It All Together......Page 64 Destroying Denial......Page 66 4 Knowing the Enemy's Mindset......Page 68 Money Criminals......Page 70 Discipline Criminals......Page 73 Deprivation Criminals......Page 75 Social Criminals......Page 77 Gangs......Page 80 What Do They Want?......Page 82 Why Don't They Care?......Page 84 Don't Go by Appearance......Page 86 5 Defending Yourself and the Law......Page 88 The Need for Boundaries......Page 90 Deadly Force......Page... Leer más…

Lillian Glass, Lillian Glass

''A practical and savvy guide.'' -- Gavin de Becker, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Gift of Fear ''Understanding nonverbal language is the essential skill in any profession that involves communication. This book is the best primer on the topic of nonverbal communication I have ever read.'' -- Geoffrey N. Fieger, noted trial attorney ''As a regular contributor to and commentator on Court TV, Dr. Lillian Glass has repeatedly demonstrated her exceptional professional skills of reading people in our on-air coverage of several trials. In this book, she shares with readers these skills, which could prove to be invaluable in every aspect of your life.'' -- Nancy Grace, Court TV ''A must-read for everyone, whether they are in business or not. Applause to Dr. Glass for giving the public such an important work.'' -- Arnold Kopelson, motion picture producer Knowing how to read people-- picking up on and interpreting their hidden cues-- is a tremendous asset for virtually anything you do. In I Know What You're Thinking, psychologist, bestselling author, and communications expert Dr. Lillian Glass helps you develop a tremendous new set of skills that will make you more perceptive, more powerful, and more successful. As she has done for her numerous clients, Dr. Glass shows you-- step by step-- how to gain the power to know the truth about people. Through simple quizzes and easy-to-follow exercises, you'll learn to improve your judgment of others and make better... Leer más…

Albert J. Bernstein

In his international bestseller, Dinosaur Brains, psychologist Albert J. Bernstein told readers how to deal with difficult people at work. Now, in a groundbreaking new book, Bernstein tackles a more serious problem that profoundly affects the lives of millions of people: walking time bombs. How do you help a friend who explodes into panic attacks? What do you say when a depressed family member bursts into tears? How do you protect yourself when a stranger blows up in your face? Too often, our choices make matters worse. But it isn't our fault. All that we feel, and much of what we hear directs us to defend the fearful, comfort the sad, and talk sense to the angry, regardless of the utter futility of these well-meaning actions. Moment to moment, people with mental disorders stand at the crossroads between getting better and getting worse. For disorders to heal, medicine, psychotherapy, the encouragement of friends, and the kindness of strangers must all point explosive people toward a single direction. People with anxiety disorders must turn and face their fear rather than running away Depressed people cannot wait to feel better to do the things that will make them feel better Angry people have to recognize that anger is something they do, not a reaction to what is done to them Reaching these goals sometimes requires stunning feats of mind over matter. In How to Deal with Emotionally Explosive People, Dr. Bernstein demonstrates, step by step,... Leer más…

Mitchell E. Kusy And Elizabeth L. Holloway

"The day this person left our company is considered an annual holiday!" THIS QUOTE, taken from Kusy and Holloway's research on toxic personalities, echoes the frustration and confusion that come from working with or managing an extremely difficult person. Just one toxic person has the capacity to debilitate individuals, teams, and even organizations. Toxic Workplace! is the first book to tackle the underlying systems issues that enable a toxic person to create a path of destruction in an organization, pervading others' thoughts and energies, even undermining their very sense of well-being. Based on all-new research with over 400 leaders, many from the Fortune 500 list, this book illustrates how to manage existing toxic behaviors, create norms that prevent the growth or regrowth of toxic environments, and ultimately design organizational communities of respectful engagement. Kusy and Holloway's research reveals the warning signs that indicate a serious behavioral problem and identifies how this toxicity spreads in systems with long-term effects on organizational climate, even after the person has left. Their two-year, cutting-edge research study provides very specific actions that leaders need to take to reduce both the intensity and frequency of toxic personalities at work. No other book provides this menu of options from a systems perspective with practical relevance in real work situations. You'll learn how to identify the toxic personality and describe the... Leer más…

Mike Leibling

Working with the Enemy shows us how to survive and thrive in really difficult situations and enables us to deal with them and to nip future instances in the bud long before they become "situations".Mike Leibling describes scenarios that may feel very dark--and not only shows the light at the end of the tunnel but also, practically, how to get there.He treats difficult situations in a matter-of-fact way, and the many case studies, tools, techniques, and strategies will help you to "unstick" yourself when you've between feeling very stuck. He reveals how to:• rise above "enemy" situations with 10 Essential Survival Strategies;• identify and handle 15 Toughest Types of "enemy";• manage "enemies" by choosing from over 100 Action Tips Leer más…

Marsha Petrie Sue

Praise For Toxic People "From corporate America to the smallest business owner, this book should be mandatory reading because it provides toxic relief that will put money in your pocket and calm in your personality. A dose of this reading would enhance the success of business school students and smooth out a few bumps in a rocky marriage." --Richard L. Labrum, Vice President, Wealth Management, Smith Barney "If you're just sick to death of those people who zap the energy right out of you, Marsha has the cure! In no-nonsense terms, she gives us the prescription for dealing with toxic people. She mixes in the right dosage of personal experience, humor, and practical advice to create a compelling message that is highly relevant in our personal and professional lives. I highly recommend this book to everyone interested in cleaning up toxic behaviors!" --John Ryan, Vice President, American Express "Marsha Petrie Sue is the Muhammad Ali of communicators. She can dance and look pretty, and she uses the entire ring, but she knows how and when to land a knockout punch. If you have bad relationships, you'll learn why. This is charm school with live ammunition!" --David Rawles, founder and President, Career Solutions, Inc. "Marsha Petrie Sue's 'take the bull by the horns' approach to self-realization and, if so chosen, self-improvement, is the antidote to today's wimpy leadership malaise. She takes readers by their collars, looks them straight in the eyes, and tells them... Leer más…

Amorah; Ruthie O. Grant

Toxic personality traits are found in over half of all spouses, partners, or intimates, leading them to demand much, give little, and treat others shabbily. These traits are identified and targeted in this relationship guide. Helpful advice includes how to parent oneself, how to nurture the soul, and how to move toxic people toward learning the consequences of unacceptable behaviour. This holistic approach provides a fresh perspective on dealing with personality disorders and rebuilding the self-esteem that gets destroyed by those toxic people. Leer más…

Glass, Lillian J

You're no idiot, of course. You know it's unhealthy to obsess about a waiter's insulting remarks, and you're tired of hearing your "best friend" remind you of your shortcomings. But when it comes to actually confronting the verbal bullies in your life, you feel like your yellow streak has turned into stripes. Don't swallow your pride just yet! The Complete Idiot's Guide to Verbal Self-Defense, by best-selling author Dr. Lillian Glass, shows you how to take control of the situation. In this Complete Idiot's Guide, you get: Leer más…

Kinslow, Dr. Frank J

There is real magic in this world, but you won’t find it in enchanted incantations, ancient charms, or the magician’s sleight of hand. Like a genie in a bottle, real magic is inside you, yearning to be set free. Learn how to unlock your hidden power with Dr. Frank Kinslow, the discoverer and developer of Quantum Entrainment® (QETM), the groundbreaking healing technique that thousands of people around the world have successfully used to eliminate emotional and physical discord in themselves and others. Within these pages, you will go beyond the instant healing power of Quantum Entrainment to, with a single procedure, realize your deepest spiritual and material goals. Learn how to tap into your Eufeeling (your “euphoric feeling”), the hub around which all creative forces of nature revolve, and harness it to form a powerful intention. Dr. Kinslow will teach you how to use your QE Intention to improve emotional and physical disharmony, unsettled relationships, fi nancial diffi culties . . . and even infl uence environmental stresses. Once initiated, your QE Intention is effortless and extraordinarily effective.If you are already doing intention work, you will fi nd that adding this technique to your practice will greatly accelerate the results you are experiencing. And what’s more exciting is that forming a QE Intention takes no special training or talent. A simple shift in awareness is all you need to start creating miracles in your life today! Dr. Frank Leer más…

Lillian Glass

"Being fooled or conned can happen to anyone; It doesn't matter how intelligent, old, rich, or famous you are. Whether you have been scammed in business, swindled out of money, betrayed by a friend, relative, or coworker, or cheated on by a spouse, rest assured you are not alone. The world is full of these most toxic people--liars. You can never be sure if people are lying until you analyze their body language, facial expressions, speech patterns, even their online writing patterns. Now, world-renowned body language expert Dr. Lillian Glass shares with you the same quick and easy approach she uses to unmask signals of deception--from "innocent" little white lies to life-changing whoppers. Featuring photographs of celebrities and newsmakers such as Bill Clinton, Lance Armstrong, O.J. Simpson, Kim Kardashian, Lindsay Lohan, and many others at the actual moment they were lying, their specific signals of deception will be permanently etched in your mind. Analyzing the body language of troubled or divorced couples such as Arnold Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver, Katie Holmes and Tom Cruise, and Ashton Kutcher and Demi Moore, you'll learn the "obvious" signs to look for"--Back cover Leer más…

Lillian J. Glass

In this confidence-boosting guide, readers learn that they never have to feel powerless in a verbal encounter again with a mate, colleague, relative, or friend. Features tips on how to listen and speak more effectively, use language that reduces tension, and exit an argument gracefully. Readers learn how to respond to criticism, and how to deliver negative messages of their own in a controlled style that doesnt sacrifice their dignity. Loaded with advice on keeping arguments from escalating; saying soothing things to calm an irate person down; and handling those tricky relationship disputes. Leer más…

Lillian J. Glass

Why is it that some women expect men to "just know" what they want? Or, why is it that some men find it difficult to express their feelings, leaving the females in their lives confused? Here's the book that helps readers communicate their feelings and finally understand what the men and women in their personal lives, as well as in the workplace, are thinking and why they act the way they do. This fascinating book discusses the differences in the way the opposite sex communicates including body language and conversational styles and shows readers how they can overcome communication barriers and improve their relationships. Couples learn how to become sensitive to each other's emotions and figure out if their mate is "in the mood," having a bad day, and more. Leer más…

Lillian Glass

"Being fooled or conned can happen to anyone; It doesn't matter how intelligent, old, rich, or famous you are. Whether you have been scammed in business, swindled out of money, betrayed by a friend, relative, or coworker, or cheated on by a spouse, rest assured you are not alone. The world is full of these most toxic people--liars. You can never be sure if people are lying until you analyze their body language, facial expressions, speech patterns, even their online writing patterns. Now, world-renowned body language expert Dr. Lillian Glass shares with you the same quick and easy approach she uses to unmask signals of deception--from "innocent" little white lies to life-changing whoppers. Featuring photographs of celebrities and newsmakers such as Bill Clinton, Lance Armstrong, O.J. Simpson, Kim Kardashian, Lindsay Lohan, and many others at the actual moment they were lying, their specific signals of deception will be permanently etched in your mind. Analyzing the body language of troubled or divorced couples such as Arnold Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver, Katie Holmes and Tom Cruise, and Ashton Kutcher and Demi Moore, you'll learn the "obvious" signs to look for"--Back cover Leer más…

Lillian Glass; Hoopla Digital

**Discover the Hidden Signals People Are Sending You!** __The Body Language Advantage__ is your secret weapon to understanding and using nonverbal communication, speech patterns, and vocal tones to spot and head off problems in your relationships, succeed professionally, recognize deception, and determine what people really mean. Written by world-renowned communication and body language expert Lillian Glass, Ph.D., this book will show you how to quickly and accurately analyze a person’s behavior and character, so in no time at all, you’ll know more about that complete stranger across the room than his friends and family probably do—and he’ll be none the wiser! And you can use your skills anywhere—from the interview room, to business meetings, to social events, to your own home. Through more than 95 full-color photos and accessible instructions, Dr. Glass teaches you how to expertly examine all aspects of body language, from facial expression and movement, to body posture and behavior, to voice tone and speech content, so you can get the whole picture quickly and efficiently, and use it to inform your own reactions and decisions. She also shows you how to recognize the top ten toxic types of people—so you can effectively deal with such individuals in your life. Leer más…

George K. Simon

Modern permissiveness and the new culture of entitlement allows disturbed people to reach adulthood without proper socialization. In a book meant both for the general public and for professionals, bestselling author and psychologist George Simon explains in plain English: How most disturbed characters think. The habitual behaviors the disturbed use to avoid responsibility and to manipulate, deceive, and exploit others. Why victims in relationships with disturbed characters do not get help they need from traditional therapies. A straightforward guide to recognizing and understanding all relevant personality types, especially those most likely to undermine relationships. A new framework for making sense of the crazy world many find themselves in when there's a disturbed character in their lives. Concrete principles that promote responsibility and positive change when engaging disturbed characters. Tactics (for both lay persons and therapists) to lessen the chances for victimization and empower those who would otherwise be victims in their relationships with many types of disturbed characters. Leer más…

Tony Sayers

\*KINDLE VERSION FREE WITH PAPERBACK\*\*\* I am guessing that you have had at least one person or a number of people in your life that have sucked you dry emotionally right?Those people, on the surface at least, SHOULD be the people that love and support you the most. Unfortunately, this is not always the case and the polar opposite can happen. We can feel attacked, used, and emotionally abused in a variety of different ways. Many times these people can be a family member, friend or even a work colleague which can make your life much more difficult. You often feel obligated to keep the relationship on an even keel DESPITE being used as a human emotional punch bag! Other times these people sneak under the radar unchecked and appear in our lives out of nowhere. This is why it is so important to shield and protect ourselves in order to cope in a World where narcissistic tendencies and toxic people appear to be on the increase! This book will help and guide you with the following. How to spot an energy vampire and recognize the early signs.What to do if there is a narcissist or energy vampire close to you.How to set strong boundaries in order to shield yourself from further abuse.How someone becomes an energy vampire in the first place.How to protect yourself if you are sensitive or an empath.The classic empath v narcissist relationshipThe consequences to you if you keep the energy vampire close to you.If this has been a constant in your life dealing with these people then... Leer más…