Have the confidence to say ‘NO!’
And finally…
If you find turning down requests distressing, it could be you were taught as a child to put others needs first, and now get a rush of the stress hormone cortisol at the thought of not pleasing someone. Remind yourself that you are an adult and free to make your own choices, and those around you are perfectly capable of looking after themselves. Get into the habit of pausing before responding to requests. Take a deep breath, then say “no,” or “I’ll have to get back to you.” It’ll get easier each time you do it – honestly!
Five nice ways to say no – and mean it!
• “I’d love to, but there’s simply no time.”
• “Let me check my diary – sorry, I’ve already got something booked.”
• “You’ve done so much for me in the past, it would be unfair to ask you again.”
• “If this is holding things up, feel free
to go on without me.”
• “It’s a privilege to be asked, but I couldn’t give it the time it deserves.”
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