How to Survive the End of the World The Five Stages of Defiance with Dr. Sunita Sah
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Apr 18, 2025 
Dr. Sunita Sah, an award-winning professor at Cornell University and expert on defiance and influence, shares insights from her book, 'Defy: The Power of No in a World that Demands Yes.' She discusses the delicate balance of compliance and defiance, urging listeners to embrace their discomfort. The podcast explores the complexities of authentic versus performative defiance, its emotional impacts, and the importance of aligning actions with values. Dr. Sah also introduces the Defiance Compass, a tool for navigating personal values in today's demanding world.
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Internal Tension Signals Agency
- People often comply despite knowing the orders are wrong, creating tension inside.
- This tension signals personal agency and can be a prompt for defiance.
Defiance as Value-Aligned Action
- Defiance means acting according to your true values under pressure to do otherwise.
- Reframing defiance as positive makes it a proactive force in society, not just rebellion.
Defiance Is a Skill
- You don't need to be brave or superhuman to defy.
- Defiance is a practice and skill anyone can develop by connecting with personal values.
