Summary:
The book provides practical strategies for identifying, outmaneuvering, and coping with disrespectful and mean individuals in personal and professional environments. It offers advice on deciding when to confront, ignore, or escape assholes, and how to develop protective psychological mechanisms.
Key points:
1. Spotting Difficult People: Identify those who consistently make others feel belittled or drained.
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