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Oct 2022
26m 44s

361 | Stop Saying Yes

Joshua Fields Millburn, Ryan Nicodemus, T.K. Coleman
About this episode

The Minimalists talk about managing guilt and disappointment when saying “no.” Listen to all two hours of episode 361 on The Minimalists Private Podcast.

Discussed in this episode:

How do I manage the guilt I feel when I must refuse the requests of others for my assistance? (01:46)

Why is it so difficult to say “no” in the moment? (05:08)

Is it selfish to expect adequate compensation for my time and expertise? (11:32)

How do I appropriately manage the anger I feel toward the transgressions of others? (14:05)

Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast

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