The Art of Everyday Assertiveness: Speak Up. Say No. Set Boundaries. Take Back Control.

Reject the doormat mindset and reclaim your voice

Patrick King

2017

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About This Book

Imagine walking into any situation—work, home, or social—confident that your needs matter and your voice will be heard. This guide takes you on a transformation from people-pleaser to poised communicator. You’ll discover the hidden costs of staying silent, learn how unspoken expectations breed resentment, and unlock six core human needs that demand fulfillment. Through real-life scenarios, cognitive reframes, and hands-on exercises you’ll shed guilt, dismantle toxic beliefs, and master phrasing that wins respect without aggression. By the final chapter you’ll command boundaries like a pro, dare to say “no” without regret, and confidently ask for exactly what you want.

About the Author

Patrick King is a bestselling author and communication coach whose work on influence, social dynamics, and confidence has transformed thousands of lives worldwide. Drawing on psychology, neuroscience, and personal experience overcoming chronic people-pleasing, he provides instantly practical tools you can start using today. His down-to-earth style and engaging stories make complex ideas feel simple—and fun—to apply.

Biggest Takeaway

You’ll gain: clearer, stress-free communication that preserves relationships; a personalized “Bill of Rights” to banish guilt; cognitive tools to replace self-sabotaging thoughts with empowering ones; proven tactics to say “no” smoothly; strategies to defuse emotional blackmail; and a step-by-step plan to set, enforce, and sustain healthy boundaries. You’ll finish with lasting self-respect, stronger connections, and more time for what truly matters.