It might sound counterintuitive, but sometimes you need to say “no” to establish boundaries and make sure you have time (and money!) for yourself. Though it can feel good in the short term to say “yes” to make the other person happy, it can come back to bite you later on. Practice being assertive in low-stakes situations, such as a stranger trying to sell you something, so you’ll be more comfortable when you have to tell someone you care about “no” in the future.
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