How to Deal with Toxic People: Recognise Manipulation, Set Boundaries, and Protect Your Peace from Negative People (The Emotionally Intelligent Relationships Series)

You don’t have to tolerate manipulation, guilt-tripping, or emotional chaos, no matter who it’s coming from.Whether it’s a partner who plays mind games, a friend who always brings the drama, or a family member who crosses your boundaries, toxic behaviour can leave you drained, doubting yourself, and emotionally exhausted. But it doesn’t have to stay that way.In How to Deal with Toxic People, bestselling relationship coach Sophie Hartman gently guides you through recognising the red flags of manipulation, setting firm and clear boundaries, and reclaiming your peace, without guilt, without apology, and without waiting for someone else to change.With warmth, clarity, and deep emotional insight, this book offers practical tools, empowering scripts, and real-life stories to help you:Spot the most common toxic traits (including gaslighting, guilt-tripping, and control)Understand trauma bonds, codependency, and why toxic relationships feel so addictiveSet boundaries with confidence, even if you’ve struggled to say noNavigate toxic romantic partners, friends, family, coworkers, and online spacesCreate emotional distance, break the cycle, and finally choose yourselfRebuild your confidence, calm your nervous system, and surround yourself with peaceWhether you’ve been stuck in toxic dynamics for years or are just beginning to question a relationship that doesn’t feel quite right, this book is your roadmap to freedom.You don’t need to fix them.You don’t need to keep proving your worth.You just need to choose peace, and protect it fiercely. Read more