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#214: How to Have a Good Day, Every Day

The Art of Manliness

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How to Say No Without Putting Them on the Defensive

The inability to say no causes overload in a lot of people's life. When you're stressed, your brains go on the defensive and you can't think as clearly. The trick is to start with the thing that you're saying yes to then explain what your yes is. And end with whatever it is that feels warm and supportive without committing too much of your time or resources.

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