How to Deal with Toxic People (Hope and Healing) - Softcover

Jantz Ph.D., Gregory L.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1628629908 ISBN 13: 9781628629903

Publisher: Aspire Press, 2021

Synopsis

Packed with real-life stories, biblical suggestions, proven tips, and practical steps, Dr. Gregory Jantz’s handbook will give you courage and tenacity as you take the first steps on the path toward wholeness and wellbeing.

With boundaries, problem-solving, and mutual respect, find the tools to turn strained relationships into ones that are enjoyable, supportive and rewarding. In this practical counseling book, you will learn:

• The tell-tale signs of a toxic person
• The roots of toxic behavior
• How to evaluate whether you should hang in or move on
• Effective ways to deal with criticism
• How to focus on healthy problem-solving
• How to set and hold boundaries, and reclaim your life!
• And more

The Deceiver. The Gaslighter. The Guilter. The Control Freak. And the Put-down Artist. They are toxic people, and they create turmoil in nearly every setting: work, home, church, school, and relationships of all kinds. Toxic people keep you off balance; they poison relationships, they stir up discord, making you feel that you are the dysfunctional one. How to Deal with Toxic People offers practical guidance from one of today’s favorite Christian authors.

4 Key Features of This Christian Counseling Book on Dealing with Toxic Behaviors

In How to Deal with Toxic People, Dr. Gregory Jantz examines the kind of behavior that defines a toxic person, the common origins of toxic traits, the ways in which a toxic person impacts the lives of others, and―most importantly―what you can do to protect yourself from toxic people. Enjoy having these key features:

• Simple summaries and easy-to-understand explanations
• Practical steps to protect yourself from toxic people, backed by science and by scripture
• Charts that show key information at a glance
• Relatable stories that show you how to apply biblical truths to your life

Dr. Jantz shows you that it is possible to free yourself from the effects of toxic people in your life. In fact, it’s vital that you do so to protect and promote your own well-being. You can learn to choose healthy, fulfilling, mutually rewarding, and uplifting relationships―and to drastically limit or end those that don’t measure up. You deserve to be treated by others with respect, honor, and dignity at all times.

God wants you to be free! Start that journey today.

Paperback, 112 pages, 4.5 x 6.5 inches.

Perfect for:

• Group and individual use
• Church library
• To hand to a friend
• Biblical & pastoral counseling
• And more

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About this title

About the Author

Dr. Gregory L. Jantz (1959–2025) authored over forty-five books, hosted the national Hope & Possibility podcast, contributed regularly to Psychology Today, and served as a popular keynote speaker. He was a pioneer in holistic treatment. Under Dr. Jantz's leadership, The Center • A Place of HOPE was ranked among the top ten facilities in the United States for the treatment of depression.

Edition details

• Publisher: Aspire Press
• Publication date: 2021
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1628629908
• ISBN 13: 9781628629903
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 112