The genius of this book is its simplicity. No waffle, no padding, no half-baked suggestions. Annie has used the practical tools offered here in her practice and on TV with great success. This book is thought provoking, with an edgy, engaging style and although written with compassion, Annie pulls no punches. Doormat Nor Diva Be is easy to read without being too conceptual. The majority of readers between the ages of 30 and 45 will see themselves somewhere in this book, whether married, divorced, in a relationship, dating or single. Doormat combines the candid self help teachings of 'He's Just Not That into You' with the fictional style of Candice Bushnell's 'Sex and the City'. Doormat Nor Diva Be introduces empowering strategies for successful relationships, which include: How to rediscover yourself as a woman of substance; The power of the spoken word; Assertive, effective communication skills, setting boundaries and ending conflict and power struggles; Why it is essential to relinquish control and lose sabotaging behaviours; How to empower ourselves by saying no with confidence and ease; How to overcome neediness and insecurity, build our courage muscles and raise self esteem; How to cultivate a strong relationship with ourselves and others.