In Sheep's Clothing

Understanding and Dealing with Manipulative People

By: George K. Simon Jr. Ph.D.

Narrated by: Kevin Foley

Dr. George K. Simon knows how people push your buttons: your children---especially teens---are experts at it, as is your mate. A coworker 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. Too often, those they abuse are only vaguely aware of what is happening to them. In this eye-opening book, you'll discover:

• four reasons why victims have a hard time leaving abusive relationships
• power tactics manipulative people use to push their own agendas and justify their behavior
• ways to redefine the rules of engagement between you and the abuser
• how to spot potential weaknesses in your character that can set you up for manipulation
• two tools for personal empowerment to help you maintain greater strength in all relationships

©2010 George K. Simon, Jr., Ph.D. (P)2011 Tantor

Very informative and helpful!

The descriptions of character types, vignettes, and recommended responses in this book are spot on. This book have me such a great insight into the behaviors and actions of covertly aggressive and manipulative people. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!

brilliant

A real eye opener. it helped me see not only the manipulativeness of others but also the flaws in myself

Mandatory reading for today’s world

I wish this book had been available 20 years ago, and I would have read it. It would have saved me so much heartache. This will be mandatory reading for my children prior to their leaving home.

I made the classic mistake of thinking that everyone is just like me. I learned the hard way that they aren’t. There are people who are obsessed with being the dominant one in a relationship. I really like the way the author didn’t attempt to label them. He simply referred to them as character disordered. He also forced me to acknowledge my unhealthy level of neurosis.

Exceptional Wisdom

I Admire how easy this was to read and understand. I found the direct and factual manner most helpful! What a treasure. This book has helped me tremendously.

Great evaluation and great advice!

The author speaks from a professional and experienced viewpoint, getting at the heart of character problems with very practical solutions.