06/03/2026
With the days being longer and the weather being nicer, there is usually an influx of invitations and events that start to happen. Some people love this time of year and others find it overwhelming.
For those who find it difficult to say no, the overwhelmed can be very noticeable and build up quickly. Here are some script suggestions of ways to say no without feeling like youāre being mean in doing so.
As a sidenote, saying no, in and of itself, is not a mean thing to do. Meanness comes from our intentions, our tone, and how we communicate. If it is your intention that you just do not want or cannot do the thing, that is not mean, that is self-respect.
These are ways to politely decline or shift the invitation while still being true to your capacity.