Showing results by author "David Allen" in Relationships

Adult children whose parents are invalidating, critical, demanding, or hateful require skills to advocate for their own needs. In this much-needed guide, listeners will learn how to employ unique assertiveness strategies based on the characteristics of their own family dynamics; uncover the hidden motives behind their parents’ behavior; put a stop to repetitive, hurtful interactions without cutting off their problem parents; and foster healthier relationships.

At least one out of four people prefers to avoid the limelight, tends to listen more than they speak, feels alone in large groups, and requires lots of private time to restore their energy. They're introverts, and here is the book to help them boost their confidence while learning strategies for successfully living in an extrovert world. After dispelling common myths about introverts-they're not necessarily shy, aloof, or antisocial - The Introvert Advantage explains the real issues. Introverts are hardwired from birth to focus inward, so outside stimulation - chitchat, phone calls, parties, office meetings - can easily become "too much."

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Has there ever been a time where you thought maybe your relationship isn’t strong enough? You look around at friends and family and think that maybe you are missing something. Everyone else seems to make it work a bit better than you and your partner, and you can’t quite figure out why. Maybe some of these people do have it all figure out, but most likely they are just like you. You love your partner and want to be with them. You are happy, but just need some changes to ensure that the strength of the relationship can stay healthy and create long-term results.