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The New Yorker Jan 16
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Two new books consider fawning—a trauma response involving ingratiating, people-pleasing behavior—and how we can unlearn it.

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How to Recover from Caring Too Much

If you laugh at unfunny jokes, raise your hand too quickly, or can’t decide on your favorite color, you may be exhibiting a fawn response.

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