Publisher's Synopsis
Are you tired of being the "nice one" while your needs go unheard?
Over 60% of adults struggle to set boundaries because they were never taught how. If speaking up feels like conflict, and saying "no" leaves you with guilt... this book was written for you. You're not broken. You were just conditioned to believe your voice was too much or not enough. Jennifer H. Sutherland, a compassionate communication coach and trauma-informed guide, has helped thousands transform how they speak up without exploding, shutting down, or ghosting people they love. Through real-life stories, therapy-aligned tools, and healing prompts, this book gently walks you out of silence and into self-respect one conversation at a time. You'll feel like you're talking to a wise best friend who knows exactly what you're going through. Inside this book, you'll discover: ✅ The difference between healthy boundaries and emotional walls (and why you've been confusing the two). ✅ Simple, powerful scripts to speak up at home, at work, and in love. ✅ How childhood patterns and people-pleasing shape your communication. ✅ The "Calm Ask" and "Compassionate Confrontation" formulas you can use today. ✅ Real-life stories of breakups, breakthroughs, and brave boundary wins ✅ Emotional intelligence strategies to help you manage triggers and overreactions. ✅ Healing prompts that help you explore your voice without shame or fear. Think you're not "assertive enough"? You don't have to be loud to be clear. This book is for the soft-spoken, the overachievers, the exhausted caregivers, and anyone who's been told they're "too sensitive" for wanting peace. You'll learn to set boundaries without guilt, fix broken communication patterns, and finally feel heard without burning bridges.
