Questions tagged [saying-no]
Questions about how best to approach saying "no", or declining requests. Please explain in your question why just saying "no" is not sufficient.
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What am I doing wrong if people repeat their original offers and requests despite me declining them?
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I've noticed a common pattern in my interactions. A person—whether a coworker, relative, or acquaintance—makes an offer or request. I politely and respectfully decline, explaining why it's ...
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How do I avoid discussions that provoke my aversion to slang words and my friends that use them? [closed]
I am a 16 yo teen. I have recently gotten admitted into a new school. My classmates in this school use too much slangs and discuss on topics related to lust too often. My initial socialization attempt ...
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How do I stop my friends & relatives from postponing their requests for help until the last minute and then disrupting my plans with urgent requests?
The problem outlined in the title is really getting to me. Some of my relatives and friends are overburdened by their everyday duties and barely manage to plan ahead. They often suddenly face an ...
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How can I get women to reject me more openly?
I'm a rather socially active guy in my early thirties. I meet many interesting women at meetups, speaking clubs, speed dating events and such. When I want to get to know them better, I will usually ...
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