Say "No" without saying No
In a way that won't cause distress
When asked for something that you cannot give,
You may feel the urge to simply say "yes"
But sometimes it's important to say "no"
In a way that won't cause distress
Begin with gratitude, show that you care
For the person making the request
But then be clear and honest, don't just pretend
That you can do what they suggest
Offer an alternative, a different solution
That still shows your intent to help
It may not be exactly what they hoped for
But it could make them feel less helpless
Express empathy, acknowledge their need
And show that you understand
But also be firm, set boundaries in place
So they know where they stand
Remember that saying "no" doesn't mean
That you don't value their request
It simply means that you have limits too
And that's something we all must address
So when faced with a question that you can't meet
Don't just say "yes" to avoid the strife
Say "no" in a kind and thoughtful way
And you'll navigate it well in life.
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