The Cost of Quiet

The book focuses on addressing avoidant behaviors that are designed to protect relationships, but ultimately create distance.

It discusses 'quiet quitting' a relationship by overlooking small frustrations and not prioritizing each other.

The book introduces a process of self-connected communication to express feelings and needs vulnerably.

It emphasizes the importance of addressing issues early to prevent resentment and emotional shutdown.

The central theme highlights that the greatest cost of not communicating is abandoning oneself, impacting individual well-being and relationships.