<ol><li>We don't want to offend people: As long as we are being respectful, there's nothing to feel guilty of.</li><li>We do not want to disappoint people.</li><li>We do not want to appear selfish: We are solely responsible for making sure our needs are met. No one is going to do that for us.</li><li>Fear of Missing Out (FOMO)</li><li>We want to avoid conflicts: Conflicts aren't necessarily bad and harmony is not always possible.</li></ol>

Why do we struggle to say NO

A 'no' uttered from the deepest conviction is better than a 'yes' merely uttered to please, or worse, to avoid trouble.

Probably the hardest of 'em all. We should learn to resist our temptations where necessary considering their outcomes in the long run.For example, we resist our cravings when we are trying to shed some weight because we know what is better for us.

Saying NO to yourself

<ol><li>Be direct and straightforward in presenting your decision.</li><li>Be resolute: Stand your ground and do not give in to emotional bullying.</li><li>Be respectful and state a valid reason for your decision.</li><li>Do not lie about your availability.</li><li>Deny requests by category</li><li>Take ownership of your decisions: Don't just say 'I can't'. Express your will clearly.</li><li>Offer an alternative.</li><li>Describe your lack of bandwidth and let the requestor know you have other responsibilities.</li></ol>

The Art of Saying NO

Saying no doesn't make us a bad person. It might seem selfish at first but if done courteously, it inspires respect in others. People eventually start to value our time.We start feeling confident and in control of our own life.

Takeaway

Saying yes to one thing is saying no to some other thing. Always saying yes putting others' priorities above our own, we are saying no to our aspirations and needs.Helping others is a good thing. But neglecting our desires and needs in the process, we are hindering our own growth.

Why say 'NO'

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Books

Stop Being A People Pleaser! Learn How To Set Boundaries And Say NO - Without Feeling Guilty! Are you fed up with people taking advantage of you? Are you tired of coworkers, friends, and family members demanding your time and expecting you to give it to them?If so, THE ART OF SAYING NO is for you.Imagine being able to turn down requests and decline invitations with confidence and poise. Imagine saying no to people asking you for favors, and inspiring their respect in the process. DOWNLOAD The Art Of Saying NO: How To Stand Your Ground, Reclaim Your Time And Energy, And Refuse To Be Taken For Granted (Without Feeling Guilty!) Amazon bestselling author, Damon Zahariades, provides a step-by-step, strategic guide for setting boundaries and developing the assertiveness you need to maintain them. You'll learn how to say no in every situation, at home and in the workplace, according to your convictions. And best of all, you'll discover how to get your friends, family members, bosses, coworkers, and neighbors to respect your boundaries and recognize your personal authority.In THE ART OF SAYING NO, you'll discover: <ul> <li>my personal struggle with being a people pleaser (and how I overcame the habit!)</li> <li>the top 11 reasons we tend to say yes when we know we should say no</li> <li>10 simple strategies for turning people down with finesse</li> <li>why saying no to people doesn't make you a bad person (the opposite is true!)</li> <li>the best way to develop the habit of setting personal and professional boundaries</li> <li>how to know whether you're a people pleaser (and how to gauge the severity of the problem)</li> </ul> PLUS, BONUS MATERIAL: dedicated sections on saying no to your spouse, kids, friends, neighbors, coworkers, clients, bosses, and even strangers!If you're sick and tired of being taken for granted, grab your copy of THE ART OF SAYING NO today! Start taking control of your life by learning how to say that simple, beautiful word: "No."Scroll to the top of the page and click the "BUY NOW" button!

Productivity expert Damon Zahariades is owner of ArtOfProductivity.com, a site devoted to showing you how to hack your day to get more things done. He wasn't always productive. Damon spent many years in Corporate America, dragging himself to ridiculous meetings and enduring the impromptu "drive-by" visits of his coworkers, before striking out on his own. Today, he owns his own content marketing agency and creates action guides that show others how to boost their productivity.

-MAHATMA GANDHI

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