It may be surprising to learn that the emotional traits that allow you to stay close to others, have empathy, collaborate, compromise, take perspective, and easily resolve conflicts, in most healthy relationships, can actually be flipped upside down with a narcissist. Why? Because you see the good. You trust. You have empathy. These emotionally intelligent traits keep you connected with others and help you resolve disagreements amicably and maintain healthy relationships.

Written by psychotherapist and bonding expert Dr. Erin Leonard, How to Outsmart a Narcissist breaks down how a narcissist manipulates and exploits these traits and details strategies to protect yourself from their attacks, whether they come from a romantic partner, coworker, spouse, co-parent, or family member.

Filled with relatable stories, emotionally intelligent solutions, and practical advice to help you outsmart the narcissist in your life, this is your guide to finally finding peace from their chaos.