Why has nobody told me this before?

Skills to get through life by therapist Dr. Julie Smith.


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How to Say No

Saying no doesn’t mean you’re mean or selfish — it means you’re clear.

Try this:

  • “Thanks for asking, but I can’t.”
  • “That doesn’t work for me right now.”
  • “I’m at capacity.”

No is a full sentence.
Boundaries protect your energy for what truly matters.


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