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3 Better Ways to Say "I Don't Want to"
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“I Don’t Have the Time”
When you try to find a way out of a commitment you're really not looking forward to, bringing up the fact that your schedule is already packed is a justifiable reason.
If you want to cushion the blow a little more, preface this statement with an, “I’d love to, but…”.
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“Maybe Next Time”
This will allow you to politely shut down a person's request without brutally closing the door entirely.
It works especially well for social obligations.
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“No, Thank You”
If and when you don’t want to do something, reply with a simple, “No, thank you.”
Sometimes, trying to offer an explanation of your refusal will open the door for arguments and maybe even for a future similar invitation. By offering this answer, you’ve made it clear that you’re not interested.
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“I just don’t think I can do this”
Experiencing a rocky start is enough sometimes to discourage us from going any further and we convince ourselves we don't have what it takes to do a certain task.
How to outsmart it: Develop a growth mindset and try to see each failure as just an opportunity to learn.
“People like me aren’t good at this”
While our identities can give us a sense of meaning and a place in the world, sometimes they can get in our way when we’re attempting new things: many of us will avoid doing anything that threatens our sense of self.
How to outsmart it: Find people like you, that are doing the things you'd like to do and share your concerns with them.
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Decide What You Want Out Of Life
Identify what you want to change about your life. It can help you focus on the promises you're making to yourself.
Try to focus on one change at a time.
Envision The Life You Want
When you start to visualize your life in the way you want it to be, things can start to move in that direction.
What do you already have that brings you closer to your vision?
Experiences That Make You Happy
Try to think about the experiences that truly make you happy and engage with them as often as you can until they are wired into your brain.
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Become More Knowledgeable
- When you don’t understand a topic someone is talking about, don’t try to change the subject or walk away.
- Read a newspaper every day