How To Have That Difficult Conversation You've Been Avoiding With Your Spouse, Adult Child, Boss, Coworker, Best Friend, Parent, Or Someone You're Dating

All of us need to be able to have a healthy confrontational conversation at one time or another. Sometimes it's a matter of simply saying no so we don't get overextended, or saying yes to better ways of building intimacy in a good relationship. At other times, we may need to confront a difficult person in a relationship--a controller, a manipulator, an irresponsible person, perhaps even someone who is abusive.

How to Have That Difficult Conversation You've Been Avoiding empowers you to take the initiative in creating honest, intimate, and fulfilling relationships. This companion to the bestselling Boundaries shows how to have a helpful and effective confrontation with another person. You'll learn how to talk to your spouse, someone you're dating, your kids, your coworker, your boss, your parents, and others. Full of practical tips and how-tos, this book will help you make your relationships better, deepen your intimacy with people you care for.