Why Saying 'No' This Holiday Season Is a Gift to Yourself

As the holiday season approaches, the pressure to accept every social invitation can feel overwhelming. In this episode, ASMSA Executive Director Corey Alderdice dives into a fascinating study by Julian Givi and Colleen P. Kirk that reveals why saying “no” to invitations is not only okay but often overanalyzed by those of us who feel guilty about declining. We’ll explore why hosts are more understanding than we think, how perspective-taking bias makes us misjudge the impact of our “no,” and why protecting your time is a gift to yourself and your relationships. Tune in for tips and insights that will help you set boundaries with confidence this holiday season.

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