New Zealand Woman’s Weekly

Learn to SAY NO

It’s human nature to want to be perceived as pleasant and accommodating, but it’s not always the best way to get ahead, says psychologist Jacqui Marson, author of The Curse of Lovely: How to Break Free From the Demands of Others and Learn to Say No.

“Most girls are still raised to be nice, kind, polite and helpful, and told anger and conflict are not attractive in women,” explains Jacqui. “And that strong childhood message can develop into a

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