No! How To Say It So They Know You Mean It

By Joanne Van Leerdam

Among all the different people in this world, there are two groups who invariably find each other: those who have trouble saying no, and those who take advantage of them. 

This quick and quirky self-help guide to saying no more effectively provides insights and tips on how to say "no" so that others know you mean it, and thereby reclaim your freedom from those who would readily exploit your generosity.  

A book for everyone who finds it hard to say no to people, but really wants to. 

• Language: English
• Publisher: Joanne Van Leerdam
• Release date: Sep 10, 2019
• ISBN: 9781393175315

Joanne Van Leerdam

Joanne Van Leerdam is a poet, blogger, writer, thinker, puzzler, teacher, traveller, photographer and generally nice person. Despite having lived all her life in Australia, she has, thus, far, avoided being killed or consumed by any of the deadly wildlife, which is probably a good thing.  Other than Australia, Canada is her favourite place in the world.  In addition to writing powerful, thought-provoking poetry and short-but-incredibly meaningful stories,  she teaches senior high school English, History and Drama/Production. She is an active member and performer in her local theatre company.   Her poetry is contemporary, sensual, moody and easy to read - and it will get you in the feelings.

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Copyright ©2019 by Joanne Van Leerdam.

While this is a work of non-fiction, every effort has been made to avoid making direct references to specific events. Any perceived similarity or comparison to any actual person, living or deceased, is entirely coincidental.

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To those who encourage me, support me

in all I do, and keep me strong: you have

my constant thanks and admiration.

I never want to do this life without you.

Table of Contents

My Credentials... Or Lack Thereof.

Why I Had To Learn To Say No

How Learning to Say No Gave Me Freedom

The Trigger Point is Different