Idiot's Guide to Verbal Self-Defense
"Book Description 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 doesn't 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."
From the Back Cover
"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. Glass
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