A quotation from Judith Martin

Part of the skill of saying no is to shut up afterward and not babble on, offering material for an argument.

Judith Martin (b. 1938) American author, journalist, etiquette expert [a.k.a. Miss Manners]
“Miss Manners,” syndicated column (2014-11-04)

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"Miss Manners," syndicated column (2014-11-04) - Martin, Judith | WIST Quotations

Part of the skill of saying no is to shut up afterward and not babble on, offering material for an argument.

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Communications expert shares the kind way to say 'no' without having to justify yourself

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Let’s talk about defiance, because it has never been more relevant: “…defiance isn’t a fixed trait that some people are born with and others lack. It’s a practice: a skill you can strengthen over time. Some days you might comply, other days you might resist. What matters is that you have the awareness and the tools to make the choice consciously, rather than letting fear or habit decide for you.” #psychology #behavior #WhenToSayNo #SayingNo #empowerment #resist #rebel #refuse

https://theconversation.com/the-science-of-defiance-a-psychology-researcher-explains-why-people-comply-and-how-to-resist-264567

The science of defiance: A psychology researcher explains why people comply – and how to resist

You don’t need to be a rebel to defy. Defiance isn’t about personality, it’s a practice – one that’s becoming essential in workplaces, politics and everyday life.

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The fourth chapter of Saying No has posted! Haruka starts second guessing what she knows of Michael...  #indieauthors #amwriting #novels #Michael #SayingNo #Haruka #Mandy https://www.fictionpress.com/s/3375591/4/Michael-Saying-No-Is-Harder-Than-it-Sounds