20 Ways to Say No, Without Saying No

20 Ways to Say No, Without Saying No

For those struggling to set boundaries.

Want them? Here they are:

1. “I’m unable to commit to this right now.”
2. “Let me check my schedule and get back to you.”
3. “This isn’t a priority for me at the moment.”
4. “I don’t have the capacity to take this on.”
5. “I’m focused on something else at the moment.”
6. “I’ll need to pass on this opportunity.”
7. “I’m going to have to decline, but thank you for thinking of me.”
8. “I’m not able to participate right now.”
9. “That doesn’t align with my current goals.”
10. “I can’t do that, but here’s an alternative…”
11. “I’m focusing on other priorities right now.”
12. “This isn’t the right fit for me.”
13. “I don’t have the bandwidth to take that on.”
14. “I need to prioritize other commitments.”
15. “That’s not something I can take on at the moment.”
16. “I appreciate the offer, but I’ll have to skip this time.”
17. “I’m not able to support this at the moment.”
18. “I’m already committed to another project.”
19. “I have to focus on my current work, but thanks for asking.”
20. “I’m honored you asked, but I’ll have to pass.”

Remember, saying no is self-care.

It gives you the time to focus on what truly matters to you.

P.S. You can also simply use “No”—it’s a full sentence.

[SandraLorenaBahlmann]

Setting boundaries is key to well-being and focus. Saying no isn’t rude, it’s self-respect. What’s your go-to way of setting boundaries?