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How to say "no" and mean it

No should never be a word written in the sand, that is just a maybe. There are times when “no” is the best answer for all involved. It is important to learn how to say no and mean it.  We have worked very hard in our family to learn to how and when to say no. We have even gone so far as to introduce the nonnegotiable no for those who are stubborn about accepting the soft “no thank you”. 

If you are going to say no, make certain you mean it. If you say no and then do it there is no credibility  with the word and it loses it’s meaning.  It is not that you will be using no all the time, just be certain when you use it, you are being accurate and follow through with your intention.

“No, we won’t be doing that this evening.”

“No thank you, I would rather not have that.”

“I appreciate you asking and No, I will not be attending.”

  • Question of

    Do you find it easy to say no?

    • Yes
    • No
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    Do you stick by your guns when you say no?

    • Yes
    • No

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      • That is an interesting answer. I have always separated promises from responses. I am often asked for “official responses” and I consider those promises. If I promise something it happens. Or, I take responsibility for the failure.

        But yes and no answers, those aren’t to me promises.

  1. It is always tough to say “NO”. Sometimes , I can’t even so no. But Sometimes, I must say no. As, it will hurt you sometimes, you know, if you cant say no.