What's going on, everybody? It's episode 466 of The Genius Life.

What's going on, everybody?

Welcome back to another episode of the show.

I'm your host, Max Lugavir.

And this is a show where we take a microscope to the habits, tools, and mindsets to help you thrive.

Today, we're exploring a skill that is crucial for protecting your time,

energy and mental health, the art of saying no. My guest is the brilliant Dr. Sunita Saa,

a world-renowned psychologist, behavioral scientist, and author of the groundbreaking new book,

Defy, the science and practice of saying no. Dr. Sa's research has transformed our understanding of how trust, authority, and social pressure impact decision-making,

and her work is a must-read for anyone looking to reclaim their autonomy. Dr. Saugh is a professor

at Cornell University and a senior research fellow at the University of Cambridge.

Her career began in medicine where she gained firsthand insight into the challenges of informed

consent and compliance, and she later transitioned into psychology and behavioral science

becoming a leading authority on how societal norms shape our behavior and how we can push back.

In this episode, we discuss the

deep-rooted social conditioning that makes saying no so difficult, often tied to childhood beliefs

that obedience equals goodness. She also shares powerful strategies from her new book Defy to help

you stand firm in high-pressure situations and create environments where dissent is accepted and even encouraged.

This episode is packed with insights and actionable tools to help you build confidence and

assert your boundaries.

Whether you're struggling to say no to a demanding boss, a social commitment, or even the

little pressures of daily life, this conversation is for you.

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