"Smart, interactive solutions to help you get better at saying no while minimizing hurt feelings and maintaining relationships . . . indispensable." —Vanessa Bohns, PhD, professor of Organizational Behavior at Cornell University and author of You Have More Influence Than You Think
Break Free and Learn To Say No
We've all been taught to seize the moment and say yes without considering the downside. No Will Set You Free empowers you to take back your life and control your own time again.
"No" can come in many shapes and sizes, yet saying it can be difficult. We may think it's selfish but this simple word is necessary to thrive in life. This informative guide helps you discover and follow your true desires, find more time to invest in those you love, and pursue your real interests.
Saying no can be hard. Really hard. Author Michael J. Tougias understands. As a former people-pleaser himself, Michael wields a combination of research, personal stories, and proven methods to help us understand our actions and stop saying yes. Through his witty rapport detailing his own setbacks and triumphs, we learn how to stop people-pleasing and how to, ultimately, honor our authentic selves.
Inside No Will Set You Free, you'll Find:
Studies that help us understand our urge to say yes and how to learn to say noPersonal stories and anecdotes about the journey to "No", how it relieves stress, and leads to a more productive lifeSteps, tips, and tricks to control your life through the power of No "By setting boundaries one can zero in on what is important. For [Tougias], that means more time for his family, his health, his hobbies of bike riding and being in nature and writing." —MassLive
