Just say no.
When I was in kindergarten, my mother gave me the following good advice, “If you don’t learn to say no, you’re going to get pregnant!” This advice goes beyond sex. It’s hard to say “no” because we don’t want to hurt anyone’s feelings… but are our feelings in consideration? When someone asks you a yes or no question, they realize that it’s possible they’ll hear “no” and be denied or rejected. They half expect it. Say no and don’t let them manipulate, bully, or guilt you into changing your mind. Protect yourself.
Today remind yourself: Just say no.
