The Gentle Art of Verbal Self-Defense

Key Insight 1: Verbal Violence is Hidden and Harmful

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Key Insight 2: Master the Four Principles of Verbal Self-Defense

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Key Insight 3: Identify Communication Styles with Satir Modes

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Key Insight 4: Unmask Attacks by Responding to Presuppositions

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Key Insight 5: Adopt Computer Mode as Your Default Defense

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Key Insight 6: Control Nonverbal Cues for Effective Communication

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Key Insight 7: Cultivate Charisma Through Language and Metaphor

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Key Insight 8: Map Your Power Networks for Strategic Engagement

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Key Insight 9: Navigate Academic Life with Specific Rules

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Key Insight 10: Recognize and Reform Your Own Verbal Abuse

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Key Insight 11: Employ Emergency Techniques for High-Stakes Situations

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