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Learning How to Leave: A Practical GuideTo Stepping Away From Toxic & Narcissistic Relationships - Power of You (Paperback)
Michael Padraig Acton (author)
£14.99
Paperback
Published: 15/07/2021
Power of You: Learning How To Leave is dedicated to freeing those stuck within toxic relationships including codependent victims of narcissistic abuse. Compassionately grounded in science and embedded in the author's 25 years plus of clinical experience, this is nevertheless an easy and powerful read.
Learn how to spot the warning signs of unhealthy relationships, understand how they develop and take practical steps to escape safely, heal fully and avoid getting hooked again in the future. Refreshingly straight-talking, this book encourages the reader to recognise the tactics used against them, disarm the abuser and reconnect with the empowering life they could be living
"Sometimes we need to throw that stone and call the judgment and just see things and people for what they are!" - Michael Padraig Acton
Michael Padraig Acton's 30+ years experience as a therapist and life coach, plus engaging case studies plus insights from experts across different fields, are packed into this fascinating, hard-to-put-down guide that will empower abused sufferers - and those who care for them - to escape their toxic binds forever... and move towards lasting health in their relationships.
Tackling narcissistic abuse, domestic violence, codependency, coercive control and more, Learning How to Leave explores toxic relationships in intimate relationships, families, corporations, business partnerships and more. Michael Padraig Acton is dedicated to revealing the connection between narcissistic personality disorder abuse and domestic violence that is spreading disaster and death across the world while letting the abusers walk free and repeat their crimes.
The power of knowledge, understanding and support offered to victims of toxic relationships can be a life-changing step towards freedom.
The Narcissist's Mantra
"That didn’t happen.
And, if it did, it wasn’t that bad.
And, if it was, that’s not a big deal.
And if it is, that’s not my fault.
And if it was, I didn’t mean it.
And if I did, you deserved it."
Learn how to spot the warning signs of unhealthy relationships, understand how they develop and take practical steps to escape safely, heal fully and avoid getting hooked again in the future. Refreshingly straight-talking, this book encourages the reader to recognise the tactics used against them, disarm the abuser and reconnect with the empowering life they could be living
"Sometimes we need to throw that stone and call the judgment and just see things and people for what they are!" - Michael Padraig Acton
Michael Padraig Acton's 30+ years experience as a therapist and life coach, plus engaging case studies plus insights from experts across different fields, are packed into this fascinating, hard-to-put-down guide that will empower abused sufferers - and those who care for them - to escape their toxic binds forever... and move towards lasting health in their relationships.
Tackling narcissistic abuse, domestic violence, codependency, coercive control and more, Learning How to Leave explores toxic relationships in intimate relationships, families, corporations, business partnerships and more. Michael Padraig Acton is dedicated to revealing the connection between narcissistic personality disorder abuse and domestic violence that is spreading disaster and death across the world while letting the abusers walk free and repeat their crimes.
The power of knowledge, understanding and support offered to victims of toxic relationships can be a life-changing step towards freedom.
The Narcissist's Mantra
"That didn’t happen.
And, if it did, it wasn’t that bad.
And, if it was, that’s not a big deal.
And if it is, that’s not my fault.
And if it was, I didn’t mean it.
And if I did, you deserved it."
Publisher: Life Logic Publishing
ISBN: 9781838352707
Dimensions: 230 x 150 x 20 mm
MEDIA REVIEWS
'One of the best books I've read on both recognising the signs of a narcissistic, controlling relationship and how to have the strength and the skills to leave it...' -Jo Hemmings, TV Psychologist - 'This is an amazing book that highlights the "Power Of You" '-Maria, Varietats - 'The best part I think about the book is that it talks about not just romantic relations but also friendships and family relations.' -Aditya Jain - 'A highly recommended read both for those who are trapped in relationships with a narcissist as well as those who are interested in personalities and how they manifest. A book brimming with information.' -Kel, Love the Smell of a Book - 'Buy several copies and give them to friends, workers and loved ones. I know I will.' -Lesley Wilkinson
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