Damon Zahariades's 2017 self-help book, The Art of Saying No, focuses on overcoming the people-pleasing habit, exploring its psychological reasons, and offering practical strategies for confidently and gracefully declining requests.

It provides specific techniques for saying no in various situations, including interactions with family, friends, coworkers, and bosses. The book emphasizes prioritizing personal needs and setting boundaries to improve well-being and boost productivity.

Finally, it includes bonus sections and a self-assessment quiz to help readers identify their people-pleasing tendencies.