RE: I finally did it!
April 16, 2017 at 12:55 am
(This post was last modified: April 16, 2017 at 2:22 am by Kernel Sohcahtoa.)
godlessheatheness Wrote:My goal was to not start an argument but to explain myself.
You are very wise, and IMO, that is a very good way to approach difficult conversations that have the potential to produce conflict. IMO, when delivering a no, explaining how one feels and sees things rather than focusing on what the other person says or thinks, helps make your "no" less of a rejection and more of a clarification of your feelings, values, and interests. Hence, this often increases the likelihood of people coming to terms with our nos and eventually accepting them.
With that said, good luck, and I hope that your family will respect your decision. Live long and prosper.
