In Stop FAWNING, Don't Be Such a People Pleaser, Kingsley Pens offers a raw, insightful assessment of the psychological defense known as "fawning," through the public lens of psychologist, trauma expert, and author Ingrid Clayton. This performative book unpacks the emotional armor so many wear-agreeability, compliance, perfectionism-and gently calls it out for what it is: a trauma response dressed as politeness.
Clayton's voice, both vulnerable and clinical, has helped thousands come to terms with hidden patterns of self-abandonment. In this assessment, Pens explores the emotional truths behind her work-examining what happens when saying "yes" is really a quiet cry for safety, and how reclaiming your "no" is the first step toward freedom.
More than commentary, this book is a mirror. It's a guided confrontation with the parts of ourselves we've ignored to keep the peace. Through narrative analysis, reflective insights, and a deep dive into fawning as a performative behavior, this is a call to stop managing others' comfort at the cost of your own well-being.
Disclaimer:
This book is an independently written, interpretive, and performative assessment inspired by the work and public voice of Ingrid Clayton, Ph.D. It is not authored by or affiliated with Dr. Clayton. All views, analyses, and insights are those of Kingsley Pens and are intended for educational and personal growth purposes.