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| Description: |
| Toxic personality traits are found in more than half of all spouses, partners, or intimates, leading them to demand much, give little, and treat others shabbily. These traits are identified and targeted in this relationship guide. Helpful advice includes how to parent oneself, how to nurture the soul, and how to move toxic people toward learning the consequences of unacceptable behavior. This holistic approach provides a fresh perspective on dealing with personality disorders and rebuilding the self-esteem that gets destroyed by those toxic people. |
Author Biography: |
| Ruthie Grant's poetry, short fiction, and nonfiction have won national and local awards. Her "Show Biz Kids" book won an Irwin Award from the Book publicists of So. California for the best Radio and Television campaign where she became a sought after guest on shows such as "Geraldo," "Marilyn Kagen," "American Journal," "Good Morning Texas," Hard Copy" "Good Morning Colorado," "Good Morning San Antonio," "Good Morning San Diego" and "Inside Edition." Her screenplay "Circumstantial Evidence" made it to the finals in Amblin's Chesterfiled Film Project. She is also a popular guest on radio stations in the U.S, Canada and Great Britain and is a Hollywood expert for the BBC. The author is a popular public speaker and has lectured all over the world. Grant is a Professor of English for the Los Angeles Community College District where she received a Distinguished Teacher Award. She has served as director of the Associated Student Organization and is founder of Students for Peace, Empowerment and and Parity. Ms. Grant earned her Masters in Humanities/English from California State University-Dominguez Hills. She is a PhD candidate in Social Psychology at The International University where she will receive her doctorate by the fall of 2003. |
Reviews/Endorsements: |
| “A must read for everyone working with, living with, or dealing with toxic people.” —Vivian Porter, KEARTH 101 Radio, Los Angeles, CA “A treasure trove of golden nuggets that succinctly reflect core truths.” |
