Chapter 8 - Skill 5: Skillful Opposition (The Wholehearted Journey)

START READING/LISTENING TO THE BOOK NOW FREE... @ joeljohnson.orgEver wondered how childhood trauma shapes our adult lives, especially within our working environments? I take you through my personal journey, from a deeply abusive childhood to a manipulative workplace and how this led me on an incredible path to healing and self-discovery. Join me as I lay bare my struggles - from an abusive stepfather to the coping mechanisms that helped me survive, and how these same strategies haunted me into adulthood and manifested in a toxic work environment. As we journey together, you'll discover how I learned to identify my triggers, understand their origins, and work through them to reclaim my voice.But the journey doesn’t end there. Ever had a colleague that was a master manipulator, always playing the game? We'll dissect their techniques and give you the tools to predict and counter such maneuvers in your own life - be it in a ministry, a corporation, or a small business. Identifying these patterns is the first step to changing the game. So, get ready to arm yourself with strategies to spot manipulators in your life and how to handle them effectively. Join us and let's shed some light on the darkness together.