Working with You Is Killing Me

Katherine Crowley, Kathi Elster

Why does one particular coworker get under your skin so much more than the situation seems to warrant? Often it's because they're unconsciously echoing an old family dynamic — and understanding that changes everything.

Using the psychological concept of transference, this book explains why certain coworkers trigger disproportionately strong emotional reactions — often echoing unresolved family dynamics — and offers practical techniques for managing those reactions and setting healthier boundaries.