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How to Stop Being Toxic

Unlock the Power of Self-Awareness to Break Manipulative Habits and Build Genuine Relationships

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How to Stop Being Toxic

By: Jackson Porter
Narrated by: Patrick Jean-Jacques
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Here’s your three-part guide to stop toxic triggers, commit to positive change, and nurture healthy relationships.

Are you stuck in a toxic cycle? Do you get defensive, assign blame, lie, snap, or use sarcasm? Are you becoming the person you swore you’d never be?

Before your actions cause irreversible damage and push loved ones away, know this: Your toxic behaviors don’t define you. You can change and grow. This empathetic guide will help you become more self-aware, stop harmful patterns, and rebuild relationships.

With this three-part roadmap, you’ll discover:

  • 10+ signs you’re being toxic – and how awareness is a leap toward improvement.
  • How to practice empathy and nurture genuine relationships with yourself and others.
  • How trauma can lead to toxic behavior and how to heal from the pain of the past.
  • Proven strategies to stop the blame game and take responsibility for your actions.
  • How to forgive others and yourself — even when it’s hard.
  • Techniques for maintaining a toxic-free life and avoiding relapse into old behaviors.
  • The “toxic triggers” tracker to stop toxicity in its tracks and maintain a healthy lifestyle.
  • 6 types of manipulation and how to stop them before causing damage to relationships.
  • How to make a genuine, empathetic apology and the 10 steps to rebuild trust in relationships.

And so much more.

This book provides a supportive framework for changing toxic behaviors, with tools like toxic trigger trackers and self-reflection exercises you can use right away.

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This audiobook is an insightful guide for anyone looking to understand themselves better and break free from toxic habits. A non-judgmental and empathetic approach prioritizes your comfort and safety, helps readers identify their triggers, embrace accountability, and take actionable steps toward healthier relationships. The practical tools, such as toxic trigger trackers and self-reflection exercises, make self-awareness and self-improvement accessible and achievable. This book is a powerful resource for a more positive and fulfilling life, perfect for those seeking to rebuild trust and nurture personal growth!

A Transformative Start to Self-Awareness & Growth!

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I didn’t expect to relate as much as I did, but this audiobook called me out in the best way. It helped me recognize patterns I didn’t even realize I had like defensiveness and control stuff and gave me tools to start changing. I’ve already noticed a shift in how I talk to people. It’s not sugarcoated, but it’s not shaming either. If you’re ready to be real with yourself, this is a solid place to start.

A Tough Listen But Exactly What I Needed

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I have been in a couple of relationships with toxic people, so this audiobook really hit home for me, and was deeply personal. There is a lot of helpful information in here for people that want to work on being less toxic, if they are willing to do the work.

Great info for toxic people

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I loved how this audiobook had a non-judgmental and empathetic tone. It helped me identify triggers and provided me with actionable steps to break topic habits and build healthier relationships. I have been using the toxic trigger tracker and self-reflection exercises, which I find very helpful.

So empowering!

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How to Stop Being Toxic is a powerful guide for anyone seeking personal growth and healthier relationships. The section on healing from the past helps identify and address emotional wounds that often lead to toxic behaviors, offering practical tools for self-reflection and forgiveness. In overcoming toxic behaviors, the audiobook provides actionable steps to break unhealthy patterns and replace them with constructive habits. The chapter on cultivating positive conversations stands out with its focus on listening, empathy, and clear communication, making it easier to foster understanding and respect. With its compassionate tone and practical advice, this audiobook is a transformative resource for self-improvement.

Perfect for those seeking personal growth!

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As a coach, I’m always on the lookout for tools to recommend to clients working on relationships and personal growth. This audiobook didn’t disappoint. It’s packed with actionable advice and thoughtful insights on recognizing and addressing unhealthy habits. I appreciated how relatable and non-judgmental the approach felt—it’s ideal for anyone ready to make positive changes without feeling overwhelmed. After listening, I’m confident this will be a valuable resource for many of my clients. I recommend!

Perfect for Personal Growth

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This audiobook was the perfect tool for reflecting on my romantic relationship. It highlights how none of us are completely immune to toxic behaviors, which really resonated with me. I especially appreciated the chapter that broke down different toxic patterns, including less obvious ones like guilt-tripping. It made me realize how common it is to unintentionally manipulate loved ones to achieve a desired outcome. The insights were truly eye-opening, and the narration was smooth and easy to follow. Highly recommend!

Truly Eye-opening

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"How To Stop Being Toxic" is a compassionate journey of self-growth and personal discovery. This book was really eye-opening for me. Realizing that while my intentions are always good sometimes I might react in toxic ways due to my own lack of self-care. I have always been someone who prioritizes others over myself. But, then when people don't react in the way I feel they should I get resentful and bitter. This book really helped me delve deep and take a good look at myself and my own patterns of behavior. I have realized that by not taking care of myself I am doing others a disservice.

Compassionate Journey of Healing!

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This book provides a reflective and accessible avenue for toxic behaviors to be addressed and rebuilt in relationships. What really struck a chord was the focus on self-awareness as a first step—it is an empowering yet humbling process. The advice sounded practical, especially the strategies for making genuine apologies and maintaining healthier habits over time. The subject matter in some of those areas was pretty standard, but the tone was so friendly and encouraging that it made this engaging. If you would like a nonjudgmental starting point in working on yourself, it will be worth listening to.

How to break free

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This audiobook made me reflect deeply on the patterns that can damage relationships, even unintentionally. It doesn’t judge or shame but instead offers practical tools to break free from toxic behaviors. The sections on self awareness and empathetic apologies stood out I could immediately see how they apply to everyday interactions. The toxic trigger tracker is such a helpful idea for staying mindful. Whether you’re looking to heal or grow, this guide feels like a gentle yet firm push in the right direction.

A Compassionate Guide to Personal Growth

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