How to Say No Without Feeling Guilty: And Say Yes to More Time, and What Matters Most to You

To this book I say yes, yes, yes!from the Foreword by Richard Carlson, author of Dont Sweat the Small StuffFind more time and energy for the things you love to dolearn to say no without feeling guilty!The simple word no is often the most difficult to say. Yet anyone can develop the skills to say no with confidence, kindness, and peace of mind. And the benefits are enormous. Youll spend less time doing things you dont want to do with people you dont want to see, and move closer to your own priorities and passions.How to Say No Without Feeling Guilty shows you the five simple techniques that will help you say no with finesse in nearly any situation and how to apply two basic principles to minimize guilt about saying no and reduce the likelihood of personal conflicts.In addition, authors Patti Breitman and Connie Hatch provide specific language and practical strategies for defending your boundaries against lifes many intrusions and distractions, including: Demanding friends and family members Unwelcome invitations, dates, and romantic entanglements Requests for money, whether from friends, relatives, organizations, or panhandlers Unreasonable assignments at work Pushy people who ask for too many favors Junk mail, annoying phone calls, and buddies with something to sell Highmaintenance people And much moreUltimately, no can be one of the most positive words in your vocabulary. Whether you crave more family time, more time for yourself, or more time to pursue a dream, saying no frees up room for the yeses in your life.