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Nice ways to say no

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People who find it difficult to say no could try various methods to politely turn down requests. Compliments prior to the refusal, humor and disregard for emotional blackmail are all simple ways to say no. However, it is also recommendable to simply refuse without apologizing or offering a reason.

Author: Coudert, Jo
Publisher: Reader's Digest Association, Inc.
Publication Name: Reader's Digest
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0034-0375
Year: 1993
Methods, Interpersonal communication, Assertiveness (Psychology)

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The pig who loved people

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A pig taken in as a pet helped a woman overcome agoraphobia and make public appearances easily. The pet named Pigger was smart, clean and a great mimicker. Pigger made for an ideal messenger of social statements such as those against drugs.

Author: Coudert, Jo
Publisher: Reader's Digest Association, Inc.
Publication Name: Reader's Digest
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0034-0375
Year: 1992
Psychological aspects, Portrayals, Swine, Pets

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Kyle finds a voice

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Kyle Carrico is a 15-year old teenager who was born deaf. Rather than letting a hearing impairment affect his way of life, the young boy amazed his family by learning to verbally express his opinions and beliefs.

Author: Coudert, Jo
Publisher: Reader's Digest Association, Inc.
Publication Name: Reader's Digest
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0034-0375
Year: 1992
Care and treatment, Behavior, Children, Deaf, Deaf children, Deaf, Deaf persons, Carrico, Kyle

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