Listen "49: The People-Pleasing Trap: A Practical Guide to Saying No Gracefully"
Episode Synopsis
Send us a textWhy is “no” the hardest two-letter word to say? In this episode, Dr. Alise Murray unpacks why so many of us default to yes, often at the expense of our time, energy, and peace of mind.You’ll discover:The brain science behind why saying no feels like rejectionHow chronic yeses lead to burnout, resentment, and relationship strainThe NADA framework (Notice, Acknowledge, Decline, Alternative) to make “no” simple and kindReal scripts you can use today to set boundaries without guilt or over-explainingIf you’ve ever agreed to something and immediately regretted it, this episode will give you the tools to disappoint people clearly and compassionately—so you can show up fully for your true yeses.Listen now to learn how to say no with confidence, protect your priorities, and create more space for the life you actually want.Resources:Episode 7: Stand Up For Your LifeGrab your free ebook: From Resentful to RespectedYour Next Steps:Work with Me: https://www.dr-alise.comTake the free Prior 10 Life Assessment: https://www.prior10.comConnect on Social: https://www.instagram.com/dralisemWant to get a snapshot of your own life in just minutes? Take the free Prior 10 Life Assessment at www.prior10.com/assessment.The information contained and documents referenced in the podcast “Your Priority Centered Life” are for entertainment, educational and informational purposes only, and are not intended as, and shall not be understood or construed as, professional medical or health treatment, diagnosis, or advice. We strongly encourage listeners to consult with medical providers or qualified mental health providers with issues and questions regarding any physical and/or mental health symptoms or concerns that they may have. Furthermore, the opinions and views expressed by podcast guests, partners and/or affiliates are not necessarily those of the podcast host. Dr. Alise Murray’s opinions and views are expressed in her individual capacity and are not to be construed as those of any of her podcast guests, partners and/or affiliates.Want to get a snapshot of your own life in just minutes? Take the free Prior 10 Life Assessment at www.prior10.com/assessment.The information contained and documents referenced in the podcast “Your Priority Centered Life” are for entertainment, educational and informational purposes only, and are not intended as, and shall not be understood or construed as, professional medical or health treatment, diagnosis, or advice. We strongly encourage listeners to consult with medical providers or qualified mental health providers with issues and questions regarding any physical and/or mental health symptoms or concerns that they may have. Furthermore, the opinions and views expressed by podcast guests, partners and/or affiliates are not necessarily those of the podcast host. Dr. Alise Murray’s opinions and views are expressed in her individual capacity and are not to be construed as those of any of her podcast guests, partners and/or affiliates.
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