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Start giftingThe Book of No
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Do you have problems saying "no"? Do people always turn to you for a favor? Wonder how you get roped into things you really don't want to do—with friends or family, at work, or even with pushy salespeople? Refusing someone is rarely easy. Often, it's downright uncomfortable. But constantly saying "yes" causes anxiety, anger, stress, regret, and feelings of powerlessness.
Social psychologist and author Dr. Susan Newman empowers you to break your debilitating "yes" habit with her simple techniques and insights. This new, enhanced edition is filled with research and timely scenarios that offer more ways to say "no" without feeling guilty or damaging your relationships.
You'll discover how to recognize when someone is manipulating you into "yes"; be ready with the words you need to refuse; avoid being overcommitted, overworked, and overwhelmed; put an end to feelings of resentment or frustration; make quality time for things you want to do; and establish and keep your boundaries strong.
Harness the power of "no" and take back your life.
Susan Newman, PhD, is a social psychologist and author. Her research and writing focus on parenting and family relationship issues. She is the author of more than a dozen books and a regular contributor to Psychology Today and U.S. News & World Report. Her work has been featured in the New York Times, USA Today, and the Washington Post, as well as in numerous other newspapers and national magazines. She appears on major news outlets, among them CNN, NPR, Good Morning America, The Today Show, and CBS News Sunday Morning to discuss breaking news, social trends, and parenting concerns. Dr. Newman is a member of the American Psychological Association, the Authors Guild, and the American Society of Journalists and Authors. She is a Court-Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) for abused and neglected children. She lives in the New York Metro area and is the mother of one son and four stepchildren.
Virginia Wolf is a Connecticut-based actress and radio personality. Aside from appearing on stage throughout the state, she hosts a weekly radio show on arts and entertainment (www.wliswmrd.net) and is founder of Herstory Theater, devoted to bringing to life stories of little-known women in history. She also delights in portraying housemaid Katy Leary for the Living History Tours at the Mark Twain House and Museum in Hartford.