I don't think I've ever felt so _seen_ by a book! I found myself wanting to highlight at least one thing on more or less every page! Not only does Josephson explain what the fawn response is and the reasons why it becomes such a large part of our way of life, but she gives a plethora of real-world examples, as well as practical advise to try to overcome the need to fawn. Even in the two days since finishing the book I have found myself being more aware of when my responses to things are coming from a place of trauma, even if I'm not yet able to stop myself asking my partner if he's mad at me! I can see myself going back to this book again and again.

As Meg Josephson advices, I will be honest, and tell my expectations and experience as it was.
Because of Josephson's and the publisher's expertise, my expectations from this book were moderately high, balanced by my negative experience with similarly themed books.
Josephson's great at compiling useful advice about being true to one's self, but what differentiates this book from similar ones is how compact, comprehensive, and yet, appealing to the reader it is.
Some of Josephson's anecdotes and advice boxes were much useful than I had anticipated.
Are You Mad At Me also uses the framework of trauma for fawning/people pleasing, and cautions the reader to be more mindful and assertive. But not in a didactic way.

As someone who always cares a bit too much what others think this is the perfect guide to help remedy that. I highly enjoyed all the tips, tricks, and advice this book has to offer and I hope ot can help someone who feels like me feel less alone.