Stop Walking on Eggshells for Partners

“This book shares helpful and abundant examples from both caretakers and their partners that give a real feel for the dynamics of these relationships. It shows ways to understand the high-conflict partner while also setting limits on their negative behaviors. And, it helps caretakers see how healing their own trauma, not buying into gaslighting, developing compassionate detachment, and not invalidating their partner can ultimately make changes in the relationship.”
—Margalis Fjelstad, PhD, author of StopCaretaking the Borderline or Narcissist ~Margalis Fjelstad, PhD

“So happy to discover that the authors of the Stop Walking on Eggshells series have turned their focus to include narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) since the two disorders make up so many high-conflict couples. The authors did an excellent job of defining the two disorders, discussing the similarities and the differences, helping readers discover the unmet needs that drew them to their partner, and offering them important skills to help them improve their relationship.”
—Beverly Engel, LMFT, author of The Emotionally Abusive Relationship ~Beverly Engel, LMFT

“Empowering and enlightening, this book is a beacon of hope for those navigating toxic relationships with partners suffering from narcissistic or borderline personality disorders. It unravels the intricate web of psychological and emotional manipulation with clarity and compassion, providing solace and understanding to those who have felt silenced and invalidated. It is a vital resource for reclaiming one’s sense of self and finding the strength to break free from destructive patterns. A must-read for anyone seeking to heal and thrive.”
—Lisa A. Romano, best-selling author, life coach, expert in the field of codependency and narcissistic abuse, and founder of The Conscious Healing Academy ~Lisa A. Romano

“This is a one-stop resource for partners! Using clear and jargon-free language, this book achieves several goals. It explains borderline and narcissistic personality disorders using modern and relevant frameworks. Secondly, it provides practical advice to deal with challenging behaviors and communication patterns. Finally, it gives readers usable suggestions to protect and care for themselves with self-understanding and knowledge.”
—Daniel E. Mattila, MDiv, LCSW, schema therapist in private practice in New York, NY ~Daniel E. Mattila, MDiv, LCSW

“Stop Walking on Eggshells for Partners reminds us that navigating these precarious and devastating relationships is a tightrope walk on barbed wire. This book provides much-needed and practical guidance and clear realities on how to manage antagonistic relationships with partners—relationships that people often cannot just ‘leave.’”
—Ramani Durvasula, clinical psychologist, and New York Times bestselling author of It’s Not You ~Ramani Durvasula

“If the soulmate with whom you fell in love shifts between episodes of angry rage, self-righteous stonewalling, or jealous control of your activities and then showers you with love, this book will resonate deeply. It will not only awaken you from the confusion and fear you have been living with, but also empower you to make better decisions for yourself, your relationship, and your future.” 
—Corrine R. Stoewsand, PhD, director of Foro Mindfulness; founding member of Fundacion Foro’s clinical team providing dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) in Buenos Aires, Argentina; and author of Genuine Validation ~Corrine R. Stoewsand, PhD