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100 Ways to Say No

How to Stop Saying Yes When You Mean No

Nicole Monente author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Blue Star Press

Published:10th Jan '23

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This book offers humorous and relatable illustrations to help readers overcome the urge to please others. It provides practical strategies for setting boundaries and confidently saying no in various situations.

100 Ways to Say No by Nicole, the creator of the popular Instagram account Scribbles by Nicole, offers a humorous and relatable exploration of the challenges many face when trying to assert themselves. This illustrated collection focuses on the common struggle of saying yes when you truly want to decline. Through engaging scenarios, Nicole provides readers with practical strategies for overcoming the tendency to please others and emphasizes the importance of setting healthy boundaries.

The book is filled with real-life examples that resonate with anyone who has found themselves in uncomfortable situations. Nicole guides readers on how to effectively and appropriately say no in various contexts, whether it’s dealing with friends, family, or colleagues. She shares techniques that feel natural and stress-free, making it easier to decline unwanted invitations while maintaining positive relationships.

In addition to teaching readers how to say no to others, the book also encourages self-reflection and the importance of saying no to oneself when necessary. Nicole helps readers let go of guilt, worry, and regrets, empowering them to prioritize their own needs and well-being. 100 Ways to Say No serves as a charming and insightful resource for anyone looking to establish healthier boundaries, making the process of learning to say no not only easier but also more enjoyable.

“Those of us in the people-pleasing club probably know by now that we are happier, healthier humans when we protect our energy and learn to say no . . . but many of us have no idea how to actually do that. This book is filled with superpractical and useful scripts to help us navigate those situations where we cringe at the thought of (ahh!) disappointing someone. I will be keeping this book permanently on my desk for daily guidance!”
—Mari Andrew, New York Times–bestselling author of Am I There Yet? and My Inner Sky
 
 
“People pleasers everywhere will delight in saying no after reading this dazzling debut. With heartfelt illustrations, empathy for the yes-sayers, and examples for all of life’s common conflicts, 100 Ways to Say No offers a stand-alone guide to compassionately (but firmly!) setting boundaries with others and yourself.”
—Haley Weaver, creator of @HaleyDrewThis

ISBN: 9781632174437

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: unknown

144 pages