In The Assertiveness Guide for Women, Julie de Azevedo Hanks offers a comprehensive approach to help women communicate their needs, set healthy boundaries, and transform their relationships. Grounded in attachment theory, the book explores how different attachment styles influence assertiveness and provides strategies to overcome barriers to effective communication. Hanks introduces three communication stances—the passive Doormat, the aggressive Sword, and the assertive Lantern—and offers practical examples to help readers apply these concepts in their lives. By integrating mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) techniques, the guide empowers women to express themselves authentically and build more fulfilling relationships.