Her Campus at Texas
No More To Not Saying No!
In life women are expected to be agreeable. To smile despite having a terrible day, to fit into the societal norms of always being polite and patient and caring....
Her Campus at UGA
5 Things to Say “No” to This November
Saying “no” can be hard, especially as the seasons change and the weather gets colder. Let yourself say “no” this month, confidently.
Her Campus at PSU
It’s Time to Start Setting Boundaries: 5 Steps to Get Started
Picture this: you find yourself in yet another situation where your people-pleasing has gotten you stuck between a rock and a hard place, and you now have to choose...
Her Campus at WM
The art of saying no
In this new school year, I’ve found myself much more social and busy. Granted, all I wanted last year was to feel more involved and to have greater purpose....
Her Campus at Virginia Tech
Learning How to Say No
I am very much a people pleaser. When thinking about disappointing someone or not being able to help, it makes me fear the worst; what that person thinks of...
Her Campus at UNH
Why it’s Okay to Not Achieve All Your Goals
It is inevitable that everyone disappointments themselves at one point or another because they were unable to complete a goal they set for themselves. We feel as though we...
Her Campus at Washington
The Importance of Saying No
Recently, I received an exciting opportunity to collaborate with an organization I had been eager to work with for a while. I had expressed my desire to work with...
Her Campus at TAMU
Learning to Say No (and actually being okay with it)
Perhaps it’s because I’m an overachiever, or because I’m extroverted, or because I’m a woman, and that comes with societal expectations,...
Her Campus at UCLA
Why Saying “No” Isn’t Always A Bad Idea
It takes strength and power to say “no” but it’s worth it.
Her Campus at Hofstra
You Shouldn’t Feel Bad About Saying No to Things During COVID-19
It’s been around eight months since COVID-19 caused a lockdown in the United States. With many jobs and classes happening virtually, now...