How to Stop Being Defensive: Step-by-Step Guide on How to Take Criticism Positively, Stop Being Toxic, Stop Being Passive Aggressive, and Stop Bein (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9798593962928)

Do you have a hard time accepting judgments and criticism and your efforts to change have not borne fruits because you do not know how to stop being passive aggressive, even when it is not warranted?

And are you looking for a way to tone down your runaway defensiveness, start accepting criticism without taking things personally, and ultimately be the kind of person that people feel comfortable being around because you don't get too worked up over small issues?

If you've answered YES, keep reading...

"Why are you so defensive?"

"Why are you so selfish?"

"Can't you take criticism?"

"Why are you being mean and selfish?"

"Can't you respond without lashing out at someone?"

If you've heard any of these statements from more than one person, it is likely that, upon introspection, you feel the need to assess yourself to know whether you have a problem and what you can do about it

Perhaps you are wondering...

Why do I respond the way I do?

What can I do to stop responding or reacting so negatively to people?

How do I deal with my anger?

How do I ensure I don't give people cold treatment just because they said or did something I found offensive, even when it clearly isn't?

If you have these and other related questions, this book is just right for you, as it answers them all in simple, elaborate and straightforward language

• The genesis of your defensive behaviors, including how they develop and end up affecting your relationship negatively
• An insider understanding of passive aggressive tendencies, including how to Control and Overcome your Passive Aggressive behavior
• The link between anger and defensiveness, including how to manage your anger using powerful strategies to effectively limit or stop being defensive
• How to master your emotions to stop reacting to any triggers and instead start responding with tact
• Different types of criticism, including how to handle criticism positively
• How to understand whether you are a toxic person, including how to neutralize your toxicity and selfishness like a pro
• The link between your weaknesses and aggression, including how to identify and overcome your weaknesses and shortcomings
• How your mindset relates to how you respond, including how to turn your mindset around to support your journey to not being defensive by adopting a growth mindset
• How to adopt positive habits and how they could improve your defensive behaviors
• And much more...

Even if you feel helpless about your ability to stop being defensive, this book takes a step by step and encouraging and nonjudgmental approach that will help you turn your life around