Toxic environments can wear down even the strongest among us. So, we invited Stuart Wood to talk about spotting toxic behavior, understanding gaslighting, and rebuilding confidence. Whether you're dealing with a difficult boss, peer, or relationship, Stuart shares practical tools to help you protect your energy and move forward with clarity.

Key takeaways to listen for

• How to recognize when someone is pathologically toxic versus just having a bad day

• A powerful way to disengage and de-escalate confrontations

• Using affirmations and trusted feedback to stay grounded in your truth

• Gaslighting: What it really looks like and how to reclaim your sense of reality

• Why it’s okay to protect your peace and leave toxic environments behind

Resources mentioned in this episode

• Escaping the Void by Stuart Wood | Kindle and Paperback

About Stuart Wood

Stuart Wood believes that high-quality relationships are essential for a happy, fulfilled, and healthy life.

After earning a PhD in neuroscience, Stuart spent 18 years in clinical research. He delivered medical education to a wide range of clients and mentored doctors in their own research, earning a strong reputation for engaging speaking, impactful training and a people-centered approach.

Known for his exceptional people skills, Stuart’s easy-writing style makes complex ideas understandable to everyone. Escaping The Void (How to Support Victims Out of Emotionally Abusive Relationships), uses his personal experience and research awareness to create a handbook on how toxicity impacts our relationships and how to develop resilience to survive and thrive.

Connect with Stuart

• Website: Escaping the Void

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