Defy

Praise

“In Defy, Dr. Sunita Sah brilliantly reframes our understanding of defiance—from an act of mere rebellion to a vital tool for personal growth and social change. This book is a powerful, transformative read for anyone who’s ever felt the tension between doing what’s expected and doing what’s right.”—Daniel H. Pink, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Power of Regret

“Dr. Sah is leading the charge on the science of compliance and defiance. Defy changes our understanding about true consent and true dissent, a real yes and a real no. . . . A must-read for all.”—Dr. Robert B. Cialdini, New York Times bestselling author of Influence

“Dr. Sah shows us that defiance isn’t just for protests; it’s just as vital at the kitchen table. Even though I’m someone who is dedicated to challenging the system, Defy showed me how often I let others’ beliefs eclipse my own and how the ability to defy is essential for true liberation. . . . A must-read for anyone committed to justice.”—LaTosha Brown, co-founder of Black Voters Matter

“Dr. Sah’s Defy is the answer for all those regret-filled moments when we stay silent and close our eyes.”—Dr. Mona Hanna, author of What the Eyes Don’t See

“We navigate the world by choosing what we will or will not accept, but Dr. Sunita Sah is delivering, for the first time, the science behind those choices. From your best yes to your truest no, Defy helps us handle these decisions with integrity, compassion, and candor.”—Annie Duke, bestselling author of Quit

“Defy is a decisive how-to guide on defiance and acting in accordance with your deepest values. It’s a culture-shifting manifesto for all of us ‘moral mavericks’ who hope to use conscientious resistance to make the world a better place.”—Jonah Berger, bestselling author of Contagious