Stop Defending - An Emotional Self-Defense Guide

M J Meredith

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English

Celtic Stag
30 July 2025

Business communication & presentation; Self-help & personal development

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Stop Defending: An Emotional Self-Defense Guide is a powerful invitation to stop explaining yourself to those who diminish you-and start living boldly and unapologetically.

With disarming honesty and practical strategies, MJ Meredith offers a lifeline to anyone who has ever been emotionally bullied, gaslit, belittled, or underestimated. This isn't just a book-it's a battle cry wrapped in compassion.

Drawing on personal stories, sharp wit, and deep empathy, Stop Defending arms you with the tools to recognise manipulative behaviour, respond with clarity, and reclaim your sense of self-worth. Learn how to:

Respond rather than react to toxic behaviour Use strategic comebacks to deflect passive-aggressive comments Identify and step away from emotional traps Break the habit of self-blame Confront procrastination and reclaim your personal goals

Each chapter reads like a conversation with a fierce and loving mentor. From the ""Nike Moment"" (Just Do It) to the ""Elsa Moment"" (Let It Go), MJ offers readers both practical frameworks and deep encouragement. You'll finish this book feeling not only seen-but ready.

Perfect for women in leadership, survivors of emotional manipulation, and anyone working to rebuild confidence after emotional trauma, Stop Defending helps you put down the weight of proving your worth and finally walk tall in your truth.

This is your guide to setting emotional boundaries with grace and grit. If you're ready to stop defending and start living-you've found your book.

By: M J Meredith
Imprint: Celtic Stag
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 4mm
Weight: 91g
ISBN: 9781764201223
ISBN 10: 1764201221
Pages: 58
Publication Date: 30 July 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

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