The Challenge of Saying No

Many individuals find it difficult to decline requests or express disagreement due to social conditioning that values compliance over defiance. This inclination towards acquiescence often stems from childhood experiences, where obedience is equated with being 'good.' For instance, Dr. Sunita Sa recalls her upbringing, where she felt the pressure to conform to familial and societal expectations, which contributed to her long-standing struggle with saying no. The podcast highlights the societal and personal cost of incessantly saying yes, emphasizing that this pressure can lead to discomfort and a sense of being muted.