Summary
The article discusses the difficulty many people face in declining invitations during the holiday season due to social pressure. It involves insights from wellness podcast hosts Dr. Xand and Dr. Chris van Tulleken, along with advice from behavioral scientist Dr. Sunita Sah on becoming more comfortable with saying no. They provide strategies to help individuals set boundaries and make decisions aligned with their personal values.
Key Facts
- The holiday season often brings social pressure to attend events.
- Dr. Xand and Dr. Chris van Tulleken discuss the difficulty of saying no on their podcast.
- Dr. Sunita Sah suggests that saying no is important for mental health.
- People commonly associate compliance with being good and defiance with being bad.
- Establishing personal values helps in making decisions that align with true beliefs.
- Asking for more time before responding allows for better decision-making.
- Practicing saying no in low-stakes situations can help build confidence.
