We women often have a hard time saying no. We feel guilty about not agreeing to everything we are asked. This is true even if we are running around crazy trying to accomplish the things already on our lists. Yet we still hesitate to say no.
No is not a swear word. It is not an insult. It is also not a negotiation. Do not let someone try to turn your no into a maybe. "No" or "No, Thank you" or even "We have other plans" are all you need to say. Do not try to explain yourself. It just gives people a chance to talk you into doing what they want.
For example, "Can you come to our picnic?"
"No I am sorry I can not make it"
"Why not?"
"Well I have to take Junior to the shop for school clothes."
"You can do that tomorrow after work."
"Well tomorrow I have to work on an important presentation."
"You don't need all day for that."
You get the idea.
This is true of many things. Learn to say No and stick to it. Do not let anyone make you feel guilty for not falling in with their plans. They can not know what your day is like or how you are feeling. Smile, say No or No Thank you and move on.
If someone persists, you must persist as well until they have gotten used to accepting your no. After all, it is a perfectly acceptable answer.
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