Subpage 7: The Art of Saying No Without Really Wanting To
A Guide for the Chronically Indifferent
Are you tired of being asked to do things you don't want to do? Do you find yourself saying yes to things that make you uncomfortable, just to be polite? Well, congratulations! You're a natural-born people-pleaser. But don't worry, we're here to help you develop the skills to say no without really wanting to.
Here are some tips to help you say no without losing your friends, your job, or your mind:
- Practice your "no" face in the mirror. You want to make sure you're not giving away your true feelings of joy and excitement.
- Use the "I'm not a morning person" excuse, even if you're not a morning person. It's a classic.
- Suggest alternative plans that involve doing something you actually want to do. This way, you're not saying no, you're just saying "yes, but let's do it my way."
- Offer to pay for their therapy to help them deal with your "no" response. This will show them that you're really committed to your decision.
- Just say "maybe." This will buy you time to come up with a real excuse.