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91. The Power of 'Nope': How to Politely Decline Everything


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Do you struggle to say 'no'?

Do you feel guilty as soon as someone asks you to do something you don't want to do?

Today, let's explore a powerful tool in our self-care toolkit - the art of saying "nope" gracefully. As women, we often find ourselves pulled in multiple directions, battling people-pleasing tendencies, and striving for perfection.

But fear not, because in this episode, we'll delve into the impact of people-pleasing and perfectionism on our productivity and, most importantly, share practical strategies for mastering the gentle art of saying no.

What You'll Learn:

  • Four ways that people-pleasing can decreasing productivity

  • Practical tips for politely declining invitations

  • Review some real-life scenarios and language you can use today

Mentioned in this episode:

Ep. 54 Unlearning People Pleasing

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