“"No" is a word that must never be negotiated, because the person who chooses not to hear it is trying to control you... Declining to hear "no" is a signal that someone is either seeking control or refusing to relinquish it.”
Quote by Gavin de Becker
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The Gift of Fear: Survival Signals that Protect Us from Violence
This book delves into the psychological and physiological aspects of fear, examining how it can serve as a protective mechanism against potential violence. It discusses the various survival signals that humans possess and provides strategies for recognizing and responding to them effectively. more
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