How to say “no” gently and honestly...

 

Try this out,

 

“A part of me would like to say ‘yes’ to your request. But I don’t know how to do that and still take care of myself.” 

"A part of me would like to say ‘yes’ to your request. But I don’t know how to do that and still take care of myself.” 

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