For anyone who has ever dealt with a difficult, self-absorbed, manipulative person either in their personal or business life, this book is for you. It provides clear, concise information about how to recognize a narcissist, how to deal with one, and how to leave one quickly, before you become bogged down in confusion. And for those who have been in such a relationship for years, it provides gentle guidance on how to extricate yourself safely.
Most important, this book reminds you to have compassion for yourself first...~ From the forward by Eliel Fionn
"Using a combination of deep and honest self-reflection, comprehensive research, and a matter-of-fact sense of humor, Marcia Walsh focuses a much-needed spotlight on the dynamic between narcissistic predators and their prey. “How to Leave a Narcissist in Thirty Days” is part textbook, part memoir, and part user’s manual, threading together a well-proportioned mix of:
- Academic and practical information on narcissistic practices and the predator/prey model;
- Relatable stories and sage advice resulting from Walsh’s lived experience; and
- Easy-to-follow exercises support the reader’s journey to free themselves from a narcissist’s grip.
And while she would love for you to be free from that grip in thirty days or less, Walsh isn’t counting – or judging! She’s more like the best coach you ever had or wished you had; she’s at your side, believing in your ability to grow and change, and giving you words of encouragement every step along the way…while at the same time not suggesting any of this is easy or without risk.
This is a book designed to support readers at whatever pace they are comfortable with as they take the steps necessary to break free from the narcissistic cycle. If you (or someone you love) have ever fallen prey to a narcissist or are at risk of doing so, it is not an overstatement to suggest that this book may well save your life." - Balboa Press