How to Say No to a NICE GUY
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How to Gracefully Say No to a Nice Guy
Summary:
He's sweet but not your type. Here's how to let him down gently.
Keywords:
how to say no, nice guy, declining a date, no dating
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The phone is ringing for the fourth time. It could be your mother, your best friend, or him?"the charming guy you met at the party last Friday. Yes, he was kind, but he just didn’t spark your interest. Still, you found yourself giving him your phone number. Now, you're staring at the phone, feeling trapped by your own social niceties.
For many women, turning down a kind, persistent man can feel as daunting as enduring a painful ordeal. Why agree to a date with someone you’re not interested in? Often, it’s because we don’t want to hurt feelings. But is it fear or empathy that makes rejecting someone so challenging?
Many men would actually prefer a gentle white lie over harsh honesty. However, who benefits when you bluntly tell someone you’re not attracted to them? You’re uncomfortable saying it, and he doesn’t want to hear it.
So, what’s the best approach? "I have a boyfriend" is a classic, albeit untruthful, line. Louis, a 26-year-old solicitor, says, "When a woman tells me she has a boyfriend, I think if she were single, she'd be interested." If he knows you're single, you could say, "I'm sorry, I’m just incredibly busy." Avoid embellishments like having to watch paint dry, as he might counter, “That won't take long. Let’s grab coffee afterward.”
Another strategy is to simply never give out your phone number. Politely say, “I’m sorry, I just don’t give out my phone number.” If he insists, reply with, “Why don’t I take your number?” You’re simply offering to take it?"not promising to use it.
The key to politely turning someone down is kindness. When you say “I’m busy,” say it with sincerity and calmness. Here are some tips to help:
1. Stay Calm and Relaxed: Smile and maintain eye contact, even if you're surprised by his request.
2. Use a Gentle Tone: Say something like, "Thanks, I'm flattered, but I’m really busy." Speak slowly, without rushing.
3. Convey Confidence: End your sentence with a downward inflection, especially on the word “busy.” This shows you mean it while your smile reassures him that there are no hard feelings.
Most men agree that honesty delivered quickly is best. Let him down as soon as possible, assured that he will move on. If he has the confidence to ask you out, he can handle rejection. Now, go ahead and answer that phone!
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