How do you say no and not hurt your feelings?

how to say no without hurting someone feelings

1. Think Right. Never make conclusions without thought.
2. Be Honest. Honesty is the best strategy because you are honest about your life and you have no issues with others.
3. Behave right.
4. Understand the reason.
5. Do not apologize.

How do I tell a girl I don’t like her without hurting her feelings?

Break the news. Make it clear that you’re telling her the news because you want to be honest and want to minimize the pain she’s feeling. Take a deep breath and come out with it. You can say something like, “I know you have feelings for me, and I’m sorry to say that I don’t feel the same way.

How do you tell a girl no?

1. Don’t make the no personal.
2. Let them know you wish you could say yes.
3. Show them that you thought it over before saying no.
4. Offer a “consolation prize.” If you can’t fully grant someone’s request, think of a way you can still do something to help out.
5. Show them that your “no” is really in their best interest.

How do you refuse without offending?

How to Say No to Others Without Offending Them

1. Start small.
2. Just say it.
3. Explain why– briefly.
4. Offer an alternative.
5. Have a “policy.”
6. “Let me think about it.”
7. Make it clear you’re saying “no” to the request, not to the person.
8. Improve your self-esteem.

How do I show a girl I’m not interested?

Say something like “Look, there’s something I want to tell you. I’m really flattered that you like me, and I feel uncomfortable saying this, but I don’t have those feelings for you.” Give her some time to have her feelings about it, but don’t get into talking about “Why” you’re not interested.

How do you discreetly say no?

Deny the request, not the person. In your mind and words, make it clear that you’re denying the request, not the person. Look the person in the eye, smile genuinely and explain why you’re denying the request. Understand that the guilt you feel is self-created.