Learning to say NO!

• Value Your Time: Your time is precious, treat it like gold!
• Gut Check: Listen to your instincts.
• Stay Simple And Firm: Say "no" with conviction
• Delay Is Okay: Take your time before responding anything. Saying "NO" thoughtfully is always more powerful than outrightly saying "NO".
• Provide an alternative: If you can't commit anything, then suggest an alternative. This shares positive vibes.
• Control Your Emotions: Stay calm, assured and kind. Don't be too rude.
• Practice Makes Perfect: Rehearse saying "NO" to yourself or to your closest friends and family. This increases your confidence and makes it easier.
• Saying "NO" is giving respect: Saying "NO" respects the person you are talking with as well as maintains your respect. It's not personal, so nobody will feel hurt by that, unless you intend to do so!
• Reflect On Past "YES" Regrets: Remember why are you choosing to say "NO" now and why you chose the other way round in the past.
• "NO" is very powerful: A single word "NO" is followed by freedom and focus. Embrace them both.
• "NO" opens doors: Every "NO" to others is a "YES" to your priorities.
• Be honest: Be honest with your decision. Don't say "NO" for the sake of saying! Your honesty is conveyed automatically to the people. People respect you for your honesty.

Note: The above tips are not provided to encourage you to say "NO". It's just for understanding that if you are not able to say "NO", then just keep these things in mind.