We all have family members who push our buttons. Some are poor communicators, others are anti-social, and the rest are out to make our lives a misery! With a strong emphasis on empathy and emotional intelligence, the book offers practical advice on how to break dysfunctional family dynami, and interact effectively with other members. Topi include: • the role of empathy • family members with little or no empathy • personality disorders including borderline personality disorder (BPD), antisocial personality disorder (AsPD) and narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) • empaths and super-empaths – superperceptive and sensitive people • how to set boundaries and sever ties if need be • overcoming emotional trauma • developing self-compassion