#203 – Learning How To Say NO

You don’t hurt other people. People hurt themselves.

If someone feels offended by what you say to them, if you deny them a request that they have of you, if they have an expectation of you, then it is actually in their best interest that you say no to them.

Fulfilling people’s expectations is leaving them in a state of insecurity and inability and weakness and inadequacy. You are helping them by telling them no in a kind, natural manner so that they can move on in their own lives. Trying to get help and assistance from others denies your capacity or ability to help yourself.