This book is grounded in psychology research, drawing from studies on people-pleasing, attachment, and boundary-setting, but it is written in plain language. While I add personal reflections and narrative to make it relatable, the core principles come from established psychological insights.

Therapy is never a requirement, but it can be a powerful complement. This book can guide you toward awareness and practical change. If your people-pleasing is deeply rooted in trauma, anxiety, or relationships that feel unsafe, therapy provides the support and accountability that a book alone cannot.

Teenagers can benefit, especially those already struggling with peer pressure, overcommitment, or fear of rejection. The book is written for adults, but the lessons apply to anyone old enough to reflect on their behavior and relationships. Parents and teachers may even find it useful to discuss these ideas with younger readers.

That depends on your starting point and how consistently you practice. Some readers notice shifts in awareness after a few days—simply recognizing false yeses changes how you respond. Deeper changes, like guilt-free boundary-setting, often take weeks or months of practice. The Yes Trap is about rewiring habits, not quick fixes.

Yes. The book contains reflection prompts and practical exercises woven into the chapters. In addition, readers who sign up for the mailing list receive a free downloadable workbook with extra exercises to strengthen what you learn.

Yes. While the focus is on mindset and self-worth, you’ll also find practical language examples—short, respectful ways to decline requests without apology or over-explaining.

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Both. The Yes Trap applies to every area where false yeses appear: families, friendships, and workplaces. Many readers discover that their professional burnout is directly tied to the same people-pleasing habits they use in personal life.

Yes, though the challenge may feel greater. Some cultures and families place high value on deference, duty, or harmony. This book doesn’t dismiss those values, but it shows you how to balance them with self-respect. Boundaries look different across cultures, but the need for authenticity is universal.

Those books are excellent resources, and I recommend them. The Yes Trap is narrower in focus—it zeroes in on the psychology and everyday reality of people-pleasing itself. Instead of covering every type of boundary issue, it traces the cycle of false yeses, explores their roots, and gives you a roadmap to reclaim your authentic voice. Think of it as a deep dive into one of the most common struggles readers face before they can practice boundaries well.