The oldest, shortest words — "yes" and "no" — are those which require the most thought.

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The Power of No

Most people are far better at saying yes than at saying no — and they pay for it quietly: in lost time, simmering resentment, missed priorities, and being taken advantage of by those who never learned to ask gently. The power of no is not rudeness; it is the skill of protecting w…

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