Screw the Applause: A Snarky Guide to Stop Being a People Pleaser

By Deddy Mahyarto Kresnoputro MBA

Are you tired of saying "yes" to every favor, only to find yourself stressed, broke, or quietly cursing the world? Welcome to the people-pleaser's trap, where your time, energy, and last ounce of sanity get hijacked by everyone else's demands-your boss's "urgent" project, your friend's endless drama, or your cousin's insistence that you plan their entire wedding. If you're ready to break free from this soul-sucking cycle without turning into a heartless jerk, Screw the Applause: A Snarky Guide to Stop Being a People Pleaser is your no-nonsense, laugh-out-loud guide to reclaiming your life.

Written by Deddy Mahyarto K., MBA, this book delivers a refreshing blend of sharp wit, biting sarcasm, and practical wisdom to help you kick the people-pleasing habit for good. With relatable anecdotes and a tone that's equal parts hilarious and empowering, it exposes the Great People-Pleasing Con: the myth that you can (or should) make everyone happy. Spoiler alert: you can't, and trying is a one-way ticket to Burnout City. From the coworker who expects you to fix their mistakes to the family member who guilt-trips you into doing their bidding, this book shows you how to say "no" with confidence, set boundaries that stick, and rediscover the real you buried under all those favors.

Screw the Applause is structured in four parts, guiding you from recognizing the costs of people-pleasing to living a life that's unapologetically yours:

Part I: The People-Pleasing Trap reveals why you're stuck saying "yes" and how it's costing you time, money, and self-respect.

Part II: Breaking Free teaches you the art of saying "no," setting boundaries, and ditching unnecessary apologies without setting the world on fire.

Part III: Living for You (Without Becoming a Jerk) helps you reconnect with your own passions and help others on your terms.

Part IV: Staying Free equips you with long-term strategies and a "People-Pleaser's Survival Kit" to keep guilt-trippers and favor-askers at bay.

Packed with practical tools like the "Boundary Blueprint," the "Me Inventory," and a snarky "People-Pleaser Self-Assessment" quiz, this book offers hands-on exercises to make change stick. You'll laugh at stories like Sarah's wedding-planning meltdown or Jordan's transformation into a "no" ninja, all while learning to dodge pushback from those who love your free labor. Whether you're a burnt-out professional, an overwhelmed parent, or just someone who's sick of being everyone's go-to fixer, this book is for you.

Stop chasing applause and start living for you. With Screw the Applause, you'll learn to protect your time, energy, and sanity without losing your kindness-or your sense of humor. Grab this book, flip the script on people-pleasing, and discover what it's like to be the main character in your own life. Because you're not a doormat, and the world can survive without your constant "yes."

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0FGPWMF7R
• ISBN13: 9798290810218
• Release Date: July 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 104 Pages
• Weight: 0.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"