Nine Tips to Help You Say “No”:

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Nine Tips to Help You Say "No":

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Think and plan ahead—remember what it's like to feel guilty and frustrated about commitments you've made to do things you don't have the time, energy or desire to do.

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Commit to never giving an immediate response—request time to think about it. Simply say, "I need time to think about this. I'll get back to you."

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Weigh the costs and rewards. Ask yourself, "Will scheduling this cause undue stress?" "Does this align with my goals?"

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Learn to say "no" directly, without feeling guilty or giving a lengthy explanation. After all, you don't usually offer a reason when you say "yes."

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Be prepared for others to push your boundaries and be ready to say "no" as many times as it may take

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You may be able to avoid a confrontation by offering the other party choices.

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When you've said no, remember that you're not responsible for others' reactions.

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Practice saying "no" until it feels comfortable without offering any explanation.

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Before making a commitment, be sure you have a complete understanding of exactly what's being asked of you. BY Carol Tessier