Our self-esteem depends largely on our relationships with other people. When things go wrong with family and loved ones, we feel unhappy. Even conflicts with people we don’t care about can knock us off balance. But often we don’t just not know how to solve the problem—we actually make it worse. Why does this happen? What keeps us from avoiding mutual complaints and quarrels? Can we improve already damaged relationships? And if we can, what needs to be done?
A well-known American psychologist answers these and many other questions in this book. The author is convinced that every person can learn to build good relationships with others and reduce both momentary and lingering conflicts. This book doesn’t contain long, detailed theoretical explanations—there are plenty of practical recommendations based on real examples. It’s an excellent practical guide for everyone who wants to enjoy communication and live happily.