Dr. George Simon knows how people push your buttons.  Your children--especially teens--are expert at it, as is your mate.  A co-worker may quietly undermine your efforts while professing to be helpful, or your boss may prey on your weaknesses.  Manipulative people have two goals: to win and to look good doing it.  Often those they abuse are only vaguely aware of what is happening to them.  In this eye-opening book, you'll also discover... * 4 reasons why victims have a hard time leaving abusive relationships * Power tactics manipulators use to push their own agendas and justify their behavior *Ways to redefine the rules of engagement between you and an abuser * How to spot potential weaknesses in your character that can set you up for manipulation. * 12 tools for personal empowerment to help you maintain greater strength in all relationships